The Major Obstacle for FC Barcelona in the Pursuit of Ademola Lookman

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

In this regard, the name of Ademola Lookman is the latest to join the list of potential targets for the Catalans. The 27-year-old Nigerian is one of the trending players in the football world thanks to his 18 goals and 7 assists in the 32 matches he has played with Atalanta this season, impressive stats that have caught the Blaugrana's attention.

His journey with '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. With a contract until 2026, various reports suggest that the forward could leave Serie A for a fee close to 30 million euros.

Chelsea and Liverpool Complicate Things for Barça

This transfer fee makes him a real 'bargain' considering that his market value, according to 'Transfermarkt', is 55 'million'. For that reason, both Chelsea and Liverpool have set their sights on the player and seriously threaten the Catalans' options.

According to 'CaughtOffside', the offices at Anfield Road are still searching for reinforcements for the attack in light of the likely departure of 'Lucho', and although their main target is Xavi Simons, the high figures involved in his operation could lead the 'reds' to focus their efforts on signing the Nigerian.

The 'blues', on the other hand, are looking to add 'dynamite' to an attack where players like Jadon Sancho and Mudryk have been underwhelming, making Lookman an attractive alternative for the Londoners. Meanwhile, Barça is monitoring him closely but understands that he is far from being a priority for the club. However, the evolution of the market and the club's ability to free up salary space will determine the final decision, although the bidding is becoming increasingly competitive.