Super Eagles winger Ademola Lookman is back on Barcelona’s radar as the Catalan giants consider backup options in their search for a new left winger, with their top target Luis Díaz proving difficult to prise from Liverpool.
According to Catalan outlet 3cat, Barça manager Hansi Flick has personally endorsed the Super Eagles star as an “attractive and economically viable” option—especially as the club navigates serious financial limitations heading into the summer transfer window.
Lookman, 27, is coming off another great season where he scored 25 goals and had five assists in the Serie A for Atalanta. This followed a sensational 2023/24 season, where he scored 20 goals and registered seven assists in 40 appearances, including a historic hat-trick in the UEFA Europa League final that secured Atalanta’s first European title and handed Bayer Leverkusen their only defeat of the campaign.
Barcelona are targeting reinforcements on the left wing and Sporting director Deco has been tasked with identifying upgrades, and while Díaz remains the top priority, Liverpool’s firm stance could price Barça out of the deal.
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That has pushed Lookman into serious contention.
Although there have been no formal negotiations, Lookman’s representatives have reportedly held exploratory talks with Barcelona. The former Everton and RB Leipzig man is open to a new challenge, and with his contract at Atalanta set to expire in June 2027, a transfer is on the cards—especially since there’s no sign of a contract renewal.
There is confusion around the asking price. Italian sources claim Atalanta will demand €60 million, while Catalan insiders believe €30 million could be enough to strike a deal—especially given Barça’s financial constraints and Lookman’s contract situation.
A key factor working in Lookman’s favour is his versatility. While naturally a left winger, he has proven effective on the right flank and centrally—making him a tactical asset for Flick as he reshapes Barça’s attack.
Luis Díaz vs Ademola Lookman (2024/25 Season)
| Stat | Luis Díaz | Ademola Lookman |
|---|---|---|
| Age | 28 | 27 |
| Club | Liverpool | Atalanta |
| Games Played | 50 | 40 |
| Goals | 17 | 20 |
| Assists | 8 | 7 |
| Versatility | LW only | LW / RW / AM |
| Market Value (est.) | €75m | €30–€60m |
| Contract Ends | 2027 | 2027 |
| National Team | Colombia | Nigeria |
| Transfer Priority | ✅ Top Target | 🔁 Rising Alternative |
Still, Barcelona are not alone. Top clubs including Atlético Madrid, Manchester United, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Juventus are all monitoring Lookman’s situation closely. If Barça do not act quickly, they could find themselves priced out yet again.
For Lookman, a potential move to Camp Nou would be the latest high point in a career that has taken him from Peckham to Premier League, Germany to Serie A, and now possibly La Liga—as one of Africa’s most in-form players.
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