AC Milan will make attempt to sign Nigerian winger Ademola Lookman should Be Rafael Leao leave the club.

Lookman emerged as the ideal replacement for the Portuguese following his impeccable form for Atalanta this season.

Leao is said to be wanted by Chelsea and talks about new contract is not progressing as expected, with reports claiming the forward is seriously considering other offers.

According to an Italian online platform, Calcio Mercato Web, The Serie A champions AC Milan have now lined up a replacement in Lookman who arrived Italy July 2022.

The Nigeria international took the league by storm, scoring  seven goals in his first appearances for Atalanta before the FIFA World Cup break.

Lookman shares many similarities with Leao as he can play as a striker, supporting striker and sometimes left and right winger.

Although, Milan will have to convince Atalanta with huge offer to sell the player they signed for €15m from RB Leipzig.

The former Everton winger has a contract with Atalanta until 2026.