Roma Monitor Lookman as Potential Gasperini Reunion at Atlético Madrid
Roma are monitoring Ademola Lookman closely, who may depart Atlético Madrid in January after being displaced from his regular starting position under Diego Simeone.
According to La Repubblica, as reported by CalcioMercato, the Nigerian forward appears on sporting director Tony D’Amico’s list as Roma seek additional attacking options alongside their pursuit of Endrick.
Lookman has recorded two goals and one assist in 15 appearances this season. He has started nine league matches but none in the Champions League. He has recently fallen to Álex Baena’s backup role and was an unused substitute for the first time during the match against Barcelona.
DUBLIN, IRELAND – MAY 22: Gian Piero Gasperini, Head Coach of Atalanta BC, celebrates after Ademola Lookman of Atalanta BC (not pictured) scores his team’s second goal during the UEFA Europa League 2023/24 final match between Atalanta BC and Bayer 04 Leverkusen at Dublin Arena on May 22, 2024 in Dublin, Ireland. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)
Lookman and a possible Gasperini reunion at Roma
A transfer to Roma would reunite Lookman with Gian Piero Gasperini. They experienced several heated disagreements at Atalanta, yet Lookman developed into one of Europe’s top forwards under his guidance, scoring 55 goals and providing 27 assists in 137 games. This period included the hat-trick in Dublin that secured the 2024 Europa League final victory against Bayer Leverkusen.
No transfer request has been submitted yet, but if his playing time remains restricted, Lookman will evaluate his options. Atlético signed him last January for €35m plus €5m in bonuses, with his contract valid until 2030. They will permit only one of Lookman or Juventus target Alexander Sørloth to leave, and only after securing a replacement.
ROME, ITALY – NOVEMBER 07: Gian Piero Gasperini, Manager of AS Roma, looks on before the Serie A match between AS Roma and US Sassuolo at Stadio Olimpico on November 07, 2026 in Rome, Italy. (Photo by Paolo Bruno/Getty Images)
