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Ademola Lookman is primed for his next big move and it could be as a replacement for Mohamed Salah at Liverpool
As Liverpool contemplates life beyond Salah, one name stands out as a potential heir to his throne: Ademola Lookman.
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The Atalanta forward has emerged as a standout talent, mirroring Salah’s career trajectory while delivering performances that suggest he could fill the void left by the Egyptian superstar.
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From his rise in Serie A to his ability to thrive in high-pressure games, here are some reasons why Lookman presents a compelling case as Liverpool’s next attacking talisman.
Lookman’s career trajectory
The first similarity between Salah and Lookman would be their identical career trajectory. Both players were tested in the Premier League after showing great potential before, ultimately, leaving England to find their feet in Italy.
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While Salah became a household name with Fiorentina and Roma, Lookman is quickly becoming one of the most revered players in the world thanks to his exploits at Atalanta.
Both players are also performing at similar levels currently, with Lookman’s form at Atalanta hot on the heels of Salah.
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While Salah has contributed to 12 more goals than Lookman this season, the two are actually similar when considering underlying numbers.
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Lookman leads Salah in shots per 90 minutes (3.66-3.12), non-penalty goals per 90 minutes (0.48-0.44) and non-penalty expected goals plus expected assisted goals per 90 minutes (0.88-0.87), and could be on the Egyptian’s level if he just manages to beat the niggling injuries that have recently plagued him.
Lookman represents a cut-price deal
With Liverpool looking to save some money by letting go of their highest-earning player, a deal for Lookman would be a lot more financially viable than a move for other players.
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With a current valuation of €40 million, Lookman is among the least expensive options available to Liverpool, with players like Mohamed Kudus, who has also been linked to a move to Merseyside, likely to cost a lot more.
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Lookman’s salary would also be a fraction of Salah’s current wages, while negotiations with Atalanta, who have already set an asking price for the Nigeria international, would not be too difficult, making the Super Eagles star an option worth looking at.
Both big-game players
One of the biggest draws for Salah at Liverpool, is the fact that Salah has a penchant for seizing the biggest moments in the most difficult games.
With 63 goal contributions against the Premier League’s “big six” since he moved to England, Salah is by far the player with the most goals and assists in the biggest games since the Egyptian moved to the Premier League.
With goals against Real Madrid, Napoli, and AC Milan already this season, Lookman appears to be of the same ilk as Salah when it comes to big games, as the Nigerian clearly does not shy away from the limelight.
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This is another reason why the Super Eagles forward will be an attractive option for Liverpool should they decide to let the Anflield legend leave on a free transfer.
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