The 'hidden gem' of FC Barcelona for the left winger could be in Serie A

The FC Barcelona wing search is heating up. The blue and garnet entity hopes to strengthen the team's attack for the upcoming season, with world-class figures like Luis Díaz, Rafael Leao, and Nico Williams appearing as the main candidates for the sports management, which is also considering some 'low-cost' alternatives in case signing any of the three previous stars is unfeasible.

In this sense, the name of Ademola Lookman is the latest to join the Catalans' list of potential signings. The 27-year-old Nigerian is one of the trending players in the football world thanks to the 18 goals and 7 assists he has accumulated in the 32 matches he has played with Atalanta this season, figures that have put him on the blue and garnet radar, as reported by 'Mundo Deportivo'.

The player is highly regarded at Can Barça for his ability to break through defenses, speed, good striking, and, above all, his versatility, as he is capable of playing in up to four positions (both wings, the center of the attack, and the attacking midfielder). His time at 'La Dea' will come to an end this summer, as, following the controversy with his coach, Gasperini, after the team's elimination from the Champions League, his priority is to change scenery at the end of the season.

The Premier League is pushing for Lookman... but the player wants Barça

With a contract until 2026, various reports claim that the forward could leave Serie A for a figure close to 30 million euros, a 'bargain' considering that his market value, according to 'Transfermarkt', is 55 'million'.

For this reason, clubs like Liverpool, Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester, and Paris Saint-Germain are also after him. From the Parc des Princes, they are more than interested in his signing and would have some advantage in the race, but the insistence of the Premier League giants could sway the decision of a Lookman who would be very pleased to land at Spotify Camp Nou.

Meanwhile, Barça is closely monitoring him but is clear that he is far from being a priority for the club. His signing is attractive due to his affordable price and the player's desire to wear blue and garnet, but options like Luis Díaz and Nico Williams remain ahead on the list of potential signings for the entity. However, the evolution of the market and the club's ability to free up salary space will mark the final decision, so the name of Ademola will be one to watch closely in the coming weeks.