Inter move will be good for Lookman — Peseiro

Former Nigeria coach, José Peseiro, has expressed optimism about the ability of Ademola Lookman to excel with his proposed summer move, as Inter Milan continues the pursuit of the Atalanta winger.

“Ademola was destined for the top from his early years in England,” Peseiro told La Gazzetta dello Sport from Lisbon.

“He grew up hearing people say he’d become a Premier League star and even became a U20 World Cup winner.

“When he wasn’t called up again, he chose the Nigerian national team, a team he adores because of his parents.

“To understand who Ademola is, you have to focus on this moment: he suffered a harsh rejection, it was a moment of pain and anguish.

“His desire for redemption was born there, now he wants to prove he’s a top-tier European player like Inter. And for me, he is 100 per cent [good to go].”

The Portuguese coach also highlighted the technical abilities of the reigning African Footballer of the Year.

“His shooting ability. The fact that, little by little over the years, he’s developed a keen eye for goal: now, if you let him turn for a moment, he’ll immediately find the corner of the net.

“He’s good as a winger, but as a second striker he can cause more disruption. With Lautaro and Thuram, it’s not impossible, in fact.

“The price tag [€50 million] reflects his enormous quality and his ability to adapt to the playing style.”

“Age doesn’t matter: Inter want to win immediately, they’re not thinking about selling him,” Peseiro, who coached Lookman between 2022 and 2024 added.

The former Super Eagles coach also admired Lookman’s attitude off the field.

“I don’t know, but he’s a very quiet person. He’s not particularly sociable or outgoing, but he has personality.

“He even shared his insecurities with me. He listens and reflects, those are rare qualities,” Peseiro said.

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