La Dea are staring at an Atalanta crisis as poor form, transfer chaos, and growing unrest inside the dressing room raise urgent questions about the club’s direction. With Ademola Lookman’s future in doubt and coach Ivan Jurić under mounting fire, pressure is intensifying for Bergamo’s hierarchy to act before the season slips away.

ATALANTA’S NIGHTMARE START

Atalanta have stumbled badly in their build-up to the new season. A humiliating 4-0 thrashing by FC Köln, a 3-3 draw against minnows Opatija, and a 1-2 home defeat to Juventus on matchday one have left fans questioning whether the team is heading for a disastrous campaign.

The performances have lacked intensity, structure, and belief — a worrying sign for a club that has made Serie A football a habit in recent years.

JURIC LOSING CONTROL

Head coach Ivan Jurić is already under immense pressure. According to rumors, he even traveled to the United States in a desperate bid to convince star forward Ademola Lookman to commit his future to the club. But the Nigerian international reportedly avoided the meeting, a move that has only fueled speculation of a strained relationship between coach and players.

Reports from Italian outlets suggest the board is growing impatient. A string of bad results combined with unrest in the dressing room has raised questions of whether Jurić could face an early dismissal if the situation doesn’t improve quickly.

LOOKMAN’S UNCERTAIN FUTURE

Lookman’s situation remains unclear. Between injury concerns and ongoing transfer rumors, Atalanta fans are left in limbo. Losing their most electric attacker could prove catastrophic, especially with the squad already lacking creativity and cutting edge.

👉 Read our earlier coverage here: Atalanta’s €28M bid for Gabriel Jesus stalled amid Lookman exit talk

TRANSFER MARKET LIFELINES: SANCHO & WERNER

The mounting crisis has led many to call for Atalanta to move decisively in the market. Two names dominate the conversation:

• Jadon Sancho – Frozen out at Manchester United, the 24-year-old winger is eager for a fresh start. His dribbling, pace, and flair could reignite Atalanta’s attack and send a clear message to fans that ambition still burns in Bergamo. (Manchester United official site)
• Timo Werner – The German striker is unsettled at Tottenham and would bring Champions League experience and versatility. His direct style fits perfectly into Atalanta’s high-energy approach and could ease the reliance on Lookman. (Tottenham Hotspur official site)

Both players are reportedly available at reasonable deals compared to their market peak, making them realistic “rescue signings” that could completely change the mood around the Gewiss Stadium. Fans following the Sky Sports Transfer Centre already know both names remain hot topics in Europe.

PRESSURE BUILDS IN BERGAMO

Atalanta now find themselves at a crossroads. Continue down this path of poor results and internal unrest — or make bold decisions in the market and on the bench. The board must decide whether to back Jurić with marquee signings like Sancho and Werner, or cut ties early to salvage the season.

One thing is certain: La Dea’s fans demand answers, and time is running out.