According to a recent report from TBR Football, West Ham United are being linked with a possible move for Atalanta winger Ademola Lookman, should Mohammed Kudus leave the club this summer.
It’s important to stress this is purely what TBR Football are reporting right now, and it’s unclear whether there’s genuine interest or if it’s just an easy rumour to churn out with Kudus attracting attention.
Tottenham Bids for Kudus Fuel the Lookman Rumour
With Kudus being highly linked with a potential exit to Tottenham, the suggestion is that Lookman could step in as a replacement. But again, this only comes from TBR Football, and there’s nothing yet to suggest West Ham are seriously moving on this.
In regards to Spurs’ bid for Kudus, it was reported to be £50 million up front with another £12.5 million in potential add-ons. Those bonuses are reportedly tied to major trophies like the Premier League or Champions League, which West Ham are rumoured to be viewing as unrealistic.
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Despite the rejection, Kudus is said to be open to joining Tottenham if terms can be agreed. That has seemingly sparked these latest links with Lookman, although nothing from West Ham has suggested replacements are being lined up just yet.
Lookman as Option
Ademola Lookman reportedly is on West Ham’s radar as someone who could replace Kudus this summer. They describe him as a good fit in terms of profile, particularly when it comes to creativity from wide areas and support for Jarrod Bowen.
The story seems to be entirely based on TBR’s claim that West Ham’s recruitment staff view him as a potential option, possibly in the event Kudus moves on.
Adding to the rumour, Sky Sports Switzerland have reported that Lookman is open to a return to England. That angle may explain why this link has popped up now, but again, there’s nothing solid pointing to a genuine transfer move at this point.
Lookman’s Journey Since Leaving the Premier League
Lookman has come a long way since his time in the Premier League. After stints with clubs like Everton, Fulham, Leicester City, and Charlton Athletic, he signed for Atalanta in 2022. His form has been impressive since then, notching 20 goals last season across Serie A and European competitions.
His transformation has made him a more well-rounded attacking threat, and the Italian side reportedly value him at around £50 million. That price tag could be a stumbling block for any club looking to snap him up this summer.
Others Also Watching Lookman
If West Ham were to show real interest, they might have competition. Lookman has also been loosely linked with Arsenal, though so far, no formal offers have been made public by any club.
As it stands, the idea of Lookman joining West Ham seems to be based entirely on what TBR Football have suggested. There’s been no confirmation from the club itself or from Atalanta, so whether this turns into anything concrete or is just another easy rumour tied to the Kudus situation remains to be seen.
