Inter Milan have lined up RB Leipzig forward Lois Openda as a backup target if they’re unable to sign Ademola Lookman.

This according to Italian broadcaster SportMediaset, via FCInterNews.

This week, bombshell reports emerged regarding Inter Milan’s interest in Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman.

The Nerazzurri have already agreed terms with the Nigerian.

Moreover, Lookman has made his preference crystal clear. He wants to join Inter Milan, and will reject other suitors. At least for the time being.

Therefore, Inter are advancing in talks with Atalanta. Yesterday, they made their first official offer to La Dea for the Nigerian.

Inter Line Up Lois Openda As Backup Target To Lookman

Lois Openda
LEIPZIG, GERMANY – MARCH 15: Lois Openda of RB Leipzig celebrates scoring his team’s second goal during the Bundesliga match between RB Leipzig and Borussia Dortmund at Red Bull Arena on March 15, 2025 in Leipzig, Germany. (Photo by Alexander Hassenstein/Getty Images)

However, Inter are well aware that there’s no guarantee that they’ll be able to sign Lookman.

Atalanta have rejected Inter’s opening bid of €40 million for the former RB Leipzig forward.

Therefore, the Nerazzurri are also considering some other attacking targets.

And if Inter cannot sign a player who once played for Leipzig in the form of Lookman, they could instead aim to sign a current one – Lois Openda.

The Belgian has been on the Nerazzurri’s radar for some time. And they are still monitoring him.

A move for Openda would be contingent on being unable to sign Lookman, however. Then, SportMediaset report, he would become their top target.