Inter, incoming revolution: Ademola Lookman and Ederson ready to dress the Nerazzurri

Milan, June 18, 2025– Inter is preparing for an important renewal for the next season, with the aim of strengthening the squad and returning to compete at the highest levels in Italy and Europe. After the disappointment against Monterrey, coach Cristian Chivu announced a turning point, declaring his intention to focus on younger and dynamic players, putting aside some historical figures considered “too old”. Chivu’s words, “They are too old, we saw how we exhausted them in the Champions League final and today it was the same, I need renewal …”, they opened the road to two market strokes of absolute value: Ademola Lookman and Ederson, both from Atalanta.

Ademola Lookman: the explosive talent for the attack

Ademola Lookman, 27, is one of the most coveted profiles of European football. The Nigerian striker, born in London, left his mark with Atalanta, especially in the 2023-2024 season, when he made a historic hat-trick in the Europa League final against Bayer Leverkusen, giving the goddess the first European trophy of its history. With 15 goals and 4 assists in 31 appearances in Serie A in the 2024/2025 season, Lookman confirmed himself as a complete striker, capable of scoring, creating opportunities and affecting decisive moments.

Despite the market rumors that saw him near Top Clubs such as Paris Saint-Germain, Inter seems to have burned the competition. According to recent sources, Atalanta evaluates Lookman between 45 and 50 million euros, but the Nerazzurri would be willing to invest to ensure a player who could revolutionize the offensive department with his speed, technique and nose for the goal. His ability to play both as a second tip and as an offensive exterior makes him the ideal profile for 3-5-2 or 4-2-3-1 of Chivu.

Ederson: the midfield engine

The other great blow arriving from Bergamo is Ederson, the Brazilian midfielder who has conquered everyone with his complete performance and his versatility. Born in 1999, Ederson exploded under the guidance of Gian Piero Gasperini, becoming a pillar of Atalanta thanks to his physicality, technical quality and ability to recover balls. In the 2024/2025 season, he has shown that he is a “total midfielder”, attracting the attention of clubs such as Juventus, Al-Hilal and Liverpool.

Atalanta has set an evaluation of around 60 million euros for the Brazilian, a figure that reflects its value on the market and the rarity of a profile like his. Inter, however, seems determined to close the operation, seeing the ideal substitute for any excellent departures in Ederson, such as that of Hakan çalhanoğlu. His ability to manage the game in both phases and his dynamism make him perfect for the intense and vertical football required by Chivu.

A new era for Inter

The arrival of Lookman and Ederson would represent a declaration of intent by Inter: to build a young team, hungry and capable of competing on all fronts. Both players, coming from an Atalanta who dominated in Italy and Europe, would bring experience and quality, but also that freshness that Chivu invoked after the match against Monterrey.

Although Atalanta is opposing resistance, with the percers decided not to easily give up their jewels, the negotiations seem to be in an advanced phase. Inter could take advantage of Lookman’s will to make the jump in a top club and Ederson’s interest for an ambitious project like the Nerazzurri one.

Prospects and expectations

With Lookman and Ederson, Inter would aim to strengthen two key departments: the attack, where Lookman could form a lethal couple with Lautaro Martinez, and the midfield, where Ederson would guarantee balance and quality. The Nerazzurri company, led by Marotta, is working to finalize the transfers already in the coming weeks, with the aim of having the complete squad for the summer gathering.

Summer 2025 promises to be hot for Inter, who wants to return to being the protagonist in Serie A and in the Champions League. The arrival of two stars such as Lookman and Ederson could be the first step towards a new era of success.