Milan Star Reveals What He Told Lookman Amid Inter Transfer Pursuit

Milan Star Reveals What He Told Lookman Amid Inter Transfer Pursuit Milan, Italy A leading AC Milan star has revealed the humorous message he sent to Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman during the player’s transfer saga involving Inter Milan, joking that their friendship could have ended if the move had gone through. The revelation came from Fikayo Tomori, the AC Milan defender and close friend of Lookman, who spoke about the situation during a recent interview reflecting on the transfer rumours linking the Nigerian attacker with the club’s fierce city rivals.Tomori said he jokingly warned Lookman that joining Inter would have put their friendship under serious strain due to the fierce rivalry between Milan’s two biggest clubs. According to the England international, he told the Super Eagles star that their relationship “would have ended” if he had completed the move across the city to Inter. Despite the light-hearted warning, Tomori clarified that the comment was made in jest, highlighting the friendly relationship between the two players off the pitch. Lookman had been heavily linked with a move to Inter Milan during the previous transfer window, with the Italian giants keen to strengthen their attacking options. Reports indicated that Inter made several bids for the forward while his club Atalanta BC valued him at around €50 million, leading to lengthy negotiations between the clubs. However, the transfer ultimately collapsed after the two sides failed to reach an agreement on the final fee.

The transfer interest reflects Lookman’s rapid rise in European football. The Nigerian attacker has become one of Atalanta’s most influential players, famously scoring a historic hat-trick in the 2024 UEFA Europa League final, leading the club to its first major European trophy. His performances for both club and country have also boosted his reputation, attracting attention from several top European teams. A move to Inter would have added an extra layer of drama due to the fierce rivalry between the two Milan clubs. The Derby della Madonnina, contested between AC Milan and Inter Milan, is one of the most intense rivalries in world football, meaning any player connections between the two clubs often spark strong reactions among fans. For now, Lookman remains an important player for Atalanta, while speculation about his future continues ahead of upcoming transfer windows. Whether he eventually makes a big move elsewhere in Europe remains to be seen, but his talent ensures he will continue attracting interest from major clubs.