Ademola Lookman Attracts Roma Interest As January Transfer Reunion With Gasperini Beckons

AS Roma are reportedly considering a move for Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman ahead of the January 2027 transfer window as the Italian club look to strengthen their attacking options for the second half of the season.

According to Bush Radio Academy, the Serie A side have identified the Nigerian international as a potential transfer target following his struggles to secure regular playing time at Atletico Madrid this season.

The 29-year-old has recorded two goals and one assist in 15 appearances across all competitions since joining the Spanish club. His limited involvement has reportedly raised questions about his long-term future in Madrid, particularly after he was left on the bench throughout Atletico’s 2-1 home defeat to Barcelona last weekend.

Reports from Italy indicate that Roma’s sporting management are assessing the possibility of bringing Lookman to the club during the January transfer window. The club could reportedly open preliminary discussions with his representatives in early December 2026 to understand his situation at Atletico Madrid.

Roma are also expected to establish whether Atletico would be willing to let the winger leave before deciding whether to submit a formal transfer offer when the window opens.

A potential reunion with Roma manager Gian Piero Gasperini could further increase the possibility of the move. Lookman previously enjoyed a successful spell under the Italian tactician at Atalanta, where he developed into one of the club’s most influential attacking players.

One of the defining moments of their partnership came in the 2024 UEFA Europa League final, when Lookman scored a remarkable hat-trick to inspire Atalanta to a 3-0 victory over Bayer Leverkusen. The historic result secured the Italian side their first major European trophy.

With Roma reportedly monitoring his situation, the January transfer window could present Lookman with an opportunity to reunite with a manager who previously brought out the best in him. However, any potential move will depend on Atletico Madrid’s willingness to negotiate his departure.