Manchester United are reportedly set to be rivalled by Newcastle United for the signature of Ademola Lookman.
The Nigeria international has seen his future draw significant speculation since being involved in a dispute with his manager Gian Piero Gasperini.
Atalanta BC's boss labelled Lookman as "one of the worst penalty takers" that he has ever seen after the forward missed a spot-kick in the heavy Champions League defeat to Club Brugge.
Lookman took to social media to hit back at his manager by calling the remarks "deeply disrespectful", with the public spat fuelling rumours that the attacker could leave Atalanta this summer.
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Man United facing Newcastle competition
In truth, Lookman was already being linked with a departure after developing a reputation as a top forward during his time in Bergamo.
Lookman has racked up 49 goals and 23 assists in 107 competitive matches since joining Atalanta from RB Leipzig in the summer of 2022.
In the current campaign, the 27-year-old has registered 17 goals and seven assists in 29 matches in all competitions, including a brace in Sunday's 5-0 win over Empoli.
According to TEAMtalk, Man United are one of the clubs that are considering Lookman as a potential target following his fine form with Atalanta.
The report claims that Atalanta will be open to selling Lookman in the summer transfer window if they receive offers in the region of €65m (£53.8m).
However, Man United are set to face competition from Newcastle, who are said to have a 'strong interest' in the Atalanta star.
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Lookman attracting significant interest
Newcastle have sent scouts to watch Lookman in action, with the Magpies enticed by his ability to play as a winger as well as a centre-forward.
Outside of the Premier League, French giants Paris Saint-Germain could offer Lookman an alternative route out of Atalanta in the summer.
Meanwhile, Juventus and Inter Milan are also said to be showing an interest, and they could be appealing options if Lookman is keen to remain in Serie A.
