Inter Milan have reportedly told Atalanta that they are done trying to sign forward Ademola Lookman.
This according to Italian broadcaster Sky Sport Italia, via FCInterNews. They report that the Nerazzurri no longer consider the attack a priority, and are focusing on midfield.
Inter have been chasing Ademola Lookman for almost five weeks now.
The transfer saga between the Nerazzurri, the Nigerian international, and Atalanta has become the transfer soap opera of the summer in Serie A.
Inter Have made two offers for Lookman. First they bid €40 million. Then, they increased their offer to €45 million including add-ons.
And in the meantime, Lookman has tried to force Atalanta’s hand on a move.
The 27-year-old has publicly demanded a transfer. He has also been no-showing training for Atalanta since the start of August.
Inter Milan Pull Out Of Race To Sign Ademola Lookman From Atalanta
According to Sky Sport Italia, however, Inter are finally bringing an end to this transfer saga.
It has now been weeks without any progress to sign Lookman.
And the Nerazzurri feel that they have more pressing needs than signing a big name forward.
Therefore, reports Sky, Inter will shift their focus to trying to bring in a midfielder who provides balance to the team.