Koopmeiners and Lookman Absent from Atalanta’s Serie A Opener

Published 2024-08-18 13:00 by Austin Ivy
Juventus football news

Teun Koopmeiners and Ademola Lookman have been excluded from Atalanta’s squad for their first Serie A match of the season. This development comes amid ongoing transfer speculations involving both players.

Koopmeiners Transfer Saga

Juventus have been pursuing Teun Koopmeiners, with their latest offer reaching €52 million plus €7 million in add-ons. The Dutch midfielder, aged 26, has been a key target for the Turin club, which has made several bids over the past month. Juventus’ interest in Koopmeiners has been persistent, with previous offers including a €55 million bid confirmed on 11 August 2024.

Lookman Attracts Interest

Ademola Lookman, who has also been left out of the squad, is attracting attention from Paris Saint-Germain. The French club is monitoring the situation closely, especially after Lookman garnered interest from Saudi Arabian clubs. The 26-year-old winger’s future at Atalanta remains uncertain as transfer talks continue.

Implications for Atalanta

The absence of both Koopmeiners and Lookman from the squad could impact Atalanta’s performance in their opening game. The club has yet to comment on the reasons behind their exclusion, but transfer negotiations appear to be a significant factor.

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