Inter Milan will not let Atalanta drag them into drawn-out negotiations over the transfer of Ademola Lookman.

According to La Repubblica via FCInterNews, the Nerazzurri are doing everything to prevent another ‘Teun Koopmeiners’ scenario.

La Dea made Juventus sweat over the Dutchman last summer, forcing them to wait until late August before signing the deal.

Furthermore, it took extra effort from Koopmeiners to force his exit. Indeed, he refused to play in the UEFA Super Cup final.

However, Inter look determined to avoid such complications and want to finalize the deal swiftly.

Inter Milan Eager to Avoid Soap Opera Amid Ademola Lookman Talks

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BERGAMO, ITALY – JANUARY 18: Ademola Lookman of Atalanta BC looks on during the Serie A match between Atalanta BC and SSC Napoli at Gewiss Stadium on January 18, 2025 in Bergamo, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

Ademola Lookman is keen to join Inter, and the club has already made a tangible offer to convince Atalanta to sell.

Indeed, the Nerazzurri tabled a €45 million bid yesterday, hoping it would help them seal the deal.

However, Atalanta’s response has yet to arrive.

Instead, Ivan Juric’s men appear to be playing hardball once again.

Unlike last summer, Inter will do everything to stop them in their tracks. Therefore, there’s an expiration date in their latest proposal.