Liverpool Plot €60M Move for Lookman as Nigerian Star Eyes Record-Breaking Premier League Return Liverpool are reportedly preparing a major summer swoop for in-form Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman, with the Serie A side placing a hefty €60 million price tag on the Nigerian international, according to Corriere dello Sport via CaughtOffside. The 26-year-old has emerged as one of the standout performers in Italy this season, prompting strong interest from several top European clubs, including Juventus. However, Liverpool are said to be monitoring Lookman’s progress with particular intent as they seek reinforcements for their attacking line ahead of next season. If the Reds meet Atalanta’s €60 million valuation, Lookman would become Nigeria’s second most expensive player in history — trailing only Victor Osimhen’s record-breaking €80 million transfer from Lille to Napoli in 2020. Nigeria's Most Expensive Transfers Currently, the second-highest fee paid for a Nigerian player is Alex Iwobi’s €30 million move from Arsenal to Everton in 2019. Kelechi Iheanacho (€27.7M to Leicester City), Iwobi again (€25M to Fulham), and Nathan Tella and Odion Ighalo (both €23.3M) round out the top five. Lookman’s €18 million switch from Everton to RB Leipzig in 2019 places him 19th on the list — a ranking that would skyrocket if the Liverpool deal materializes. Career Revival in Italy Lookman has experienced a career renaissance at Atalanta, contributing over 25 goals and assists this season. His performances have been a key factor in the club’s strong domestic and European campaigns, helping establish himself as one of the most consistent forwards in Serie A. While his earlier stints in the Premier League with Everton, Fulham, and Leicester were underwhelming in terms of statistics — recording 11 goals and six assists in 96 appearances — much of that came during developmental years in struggling teams. Now more mature and tactically refined, Lookman has evolved into a dynamic attacker capable of playing anywhere across the front line. His pace, dribbling, and improved decision-making have made him a constant threat in the final third. Perfect Fit for Liverpool? A potential move to Anfield would represent not only the biggest transfer of his career but also signal Liverpool’s ambition to refresh their attacking options. With question marks surrounding the long-term roles of Diogo Jota and Darwin Núñez, Lookman could provide valuable competition and depth, offering an alternative profile in attack. Despite the high valuation, Liverpool may see Lookman as a smart investment — a player entering his prime with proven experience across multiple leagues and now delivering consistently at the highest level. Whether or not a deal is agreed, Lookman’s name is firmly back on the radar of Europe’s elite — and with Nigeria fans eager to see another superstar flourish in the Premier League, the summer transfer window could hold something special.