Tottenham were open to signing a new left-winger during the summer transfer window \u2014 in addition to the arrival of Xavi Simons \u2014 but club officials couldn\u2019t finalise a deal for Thomas Frank\u2019s target.<\/p>\n
Ademola Lookman\u2019s spell at Atalanta once seemed like a perfect fit. In May 2024, the Nigerian forward produced a stunning hat-trick in the Europa League final to beat unbeaten Bayer Leverkusen, becoming the first player to score three goals in a major European final since 1975. However, things have taken a downturn for the 28-year-old former Charlton, Everton, Fulham, and Leicester City winger.<\/p>\n
Tensions rose last week when Lookman clashed with then-manager Ivan Juric after being substituted during Atalanta\u2019s Champions League match against Marseille. Although the team went on to win through a late goal from Lazar Samardzic, the incident added to mounting pressure, and Juric was dismissed after a 3-0 loss to Sassuolo days later.<\/p>\n
Lookman had sought an exit from Atalanta in the summer, holding lengthy talks with Inter Milan, but no agreement was reached. Atletico Madrid also monitored his situation. With just 18 months left on his contract, his future in Bergamo looks uncertain and his market value continues to decline.<\/p>\n
At 28, Lookman doesn\u2019t fully fit Tottenham\u2019s typical transfer profile, yet his quality makes him one of the most appealing left-wingers currently available. He may also feel he has unfinished business in the Premier League after rejuvenating his career in Italy.<\/p>\n
The left flank has proven troublesome for Spurs this season, despite Frank having several options. The club considered a move for Bournemouth\u2019s Antoine Semenyo over the summer but were deterred by the Cherries\u2019 high asking price \u2014 which now looks more reasonable given Semenyo\u2019s strong start to the season.<\/p>\n
Mathys Tel, Wilson Odobert, and Brennan Johnson have all shown flashes of potential, but none have truly made the position their own. Xavi Simons has also featured on the wing alongside Richarlison up front.<\/p>\n
For Tottenham to progress under Frank, they need a reliable threat from the left \u2014 a consistent source of goals and assists reminiscent of Son Heung-min in his prime. While Son remains a club legend and virtually irreplaceable, Lookman could be a realistic and intriguing option as he nears what seems to be the end of his Atalanta chapter.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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