A Super Eagles star is on Real Madrid’s radar following news of star forward Vinicius Junior’s potential move to the Saudi Pro League.
Madrid could soon see Vinicius leave the club, with Al-Hilal ready to make a record €300 million bid for the Brazilian, according to Spanish outlet Fichajes via El Futbolero.
This transfer would surpass Neymar’s €222 million move to Paris Saint-Germain in 2017, making it the most expensive in history.
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Lookman to replace Vinicius in Madrid
In anticipation of Vinicius’s potential departure, Spanish giants are looking at Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman as a suitable replacement.
Lookman has been a standout player for Atalanta in Serie A, contributing 27 goals (16 goals and 11 assists) in all competitions this year, making him the league’s top performer in that regard.
His recent brace in Atalanta’s 3-0 win over Napoli further solidified his reputation, bringing his season total to six goals and four assists in the league.
At 27, Lookman’s skill and consistency would make him a great fit for Real Madrid.
He was nearly signed by PSG last summer, as the club sought a replacement for Kylian Mbappe after his transfer to Madrid, but negotiations fell through. Atalanta values Lookman at around €60 million (£50 million), a price Madrid could afford by reinvesting part of the proceeds from Vinicius’s sale.
