Reigning African Footballer of the Year Ademola Lookman has reportedly rejected Atalanta's new contract offer amid interest from Inter Milan.

As reported by Sky Sports, Atalanta made a final attempt to retain the Super Eagles winger by matching Inter Milan's contract offer for him but the player insisted on joining the Nerrazzuri.

Inter Milan's initial bid of €40 million plus €5 million in add-ons for the Nigerian international was rejected by Atalanta.

The Bergamo-based club is holding out for a higher fee, reportedly in the region of €50 million.

Inter are keen to finalize the deal this week, ahead of the Serie A campaign kicking off next month.

It remains to be seen if Inter Milan will submit an improved bid for the former Leicester City forward.

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