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‘I’m very happy to be here’ — Lookman begins new chapter at Atletico Madrid

Super Eagles winger Ademola Lookman has arrived in Spain to complete a high profile move to Atletico Madrid, marking the start of a new chapter in his career after a successful spell with Atalanta. The 28 year old landed in Madrid on Sunday following months of speculation and protracted negotiations between Atletico and the Italian club. Atletico have agreed a €40 million package for the Nigerian, comprising a €35 million fixed fee plus €5 million in performance related add ons, after Atalanta initially resisted several bids since last summer. Lookman is expected to undergo his medical on Monday before signing a long term contract with the La Liga side. His departure brings to a close a memorable stint in Bergamo, highlighted by his historic hat trick in the 2024 Europa League final that secured Atalanta’s first major European trophy. Speaking […]

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Real Madrid handed Benfica rematch in Champions League playoffs

Real Madrid will face Benfica again in next month’s Champions League knockout playoffs after losing to the Portuguese side in their final league phase game.​ The draw, held in Nyon, paired teams ranked ninth to 24th in the league phase in two legged ties to be played between February 17 and 25. Winners will join the top eight teams already through to the round of 16.​ Benfica goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin scored in the 98th minute to seal a 4-2 win over Madrid on Wednesday, a result that left the Spanish giants ninth in the table, one point behind eighth placed Manchester City.​ Defending champions Paris Saint Germain, who finished 11th after failing to win any of their last three league phase matches, have been drawn against Ligue 1 rivals Monaco, who ended the phase in 21st place.​ Newcastle United will […]

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Lookman backed to shine as Atalanta face Athletic Club

Atalanta coach Raffaele Palladino has praised Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman for returning early from AFCON duty to join his teammates for tonight’s UEFA Champions League clash with Athletic Club. Lookman was one of the Super Eagles’ standout players at AFCON, scoring three goals and netting the winning kick in the bronze medal shootout against Egypt.​ Palladino said Lookman was officially due back on Wednesday but pushed to be available for the game at all costs. He described this as a sign of the player’s strong attachment to Atalanta and his professionalism.​ The coach believes his side have a great opportunity in the tie against the Spanish club. Atalanta sit fifth in the new league style Champions League table, level on 13 points with PSG and Manchester City after six games.​ La Dea have also won three of their last four […]

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Lookman is only Nigerian in AFCON 2025 group Best XI

Ademola Lookman is the only Super Eagles player named in the CAF Best XI for the group stage of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.​The Atalanta forward earned his place after a dominant campaign that helped Nigeria win all three Group C matches and reach the Round of 16 as one of the tournament’s standout teams.​ Lookman contributed two goals and two assists in the group stage, with decisive performances against Tanzania and Tunisia where he scored once and set up another in each game.​Analysts said his pace, direct running, creativity and intelligent movement between the lines made him one of the most dangerous players of the opening phase.​ CAF’s group stage Best XI also features stars such as Egypt’s Mohamed El Shenawy in goal, defenders Noussair Mazraoui and Yahia Attiat Allah of Morocco, and forwards Riyad Mahrez, […]

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Atalanta set €50m price tag for Lookman

Atalanta have set a €50m, about N84 billion, asking price for Nigeria international Ademola Lookman amid strong interest from Turkish giants Galatasaray. The Istanbul club, who already have fellow Nigerian star Victor Osimhen in their squad, want to sign the 2024 African Footballer of the Year in the January transfer window.​ According to Italian outlet Gazzetta dello Sport, Atalanta have made it clear they will only let Lookman leave if their €50m valuation is met and are not willing to lower the fee. Reports suggest the winger is open to joining his compatriot and Super Eagles teammate Osimhen in Turkey.​ The 28-year-old has found this season challenging after pushing for a move to Inter Milan in the summer. He was one of Europe’s standout wingers last term, scoring 20 goals in 41 appearances, but has managed just two goals in […]

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Atalanta Coach Juric Drops Lookman, Questions His Commitment

Atalanta boss Ivan Juric has left Ademola Lookman out of the squad to face Lecce on Sunday, insisting the Nigerian forward is lacking the attitude required to play. Speaking at his pre-match press conference, Juric made it clear that the decision was not only fitness-related but tied to commitment and mentality. “Ademola will not be ready for tomorrow,” Juric said. “We need spirit, humility, passion for the shirt. I have a good relationship with him, but I shouldn’t have to beg him to play. Atalanta represents hard work and humility, and those are the values we expect.” The 27-year-old has not played a competitive game this season, having missed pre-season after a failed transfer to Inter Milan. Frustrated, he filed a transfer request and trained alone in the UK before returning just five days before the Serie A opener. Lookman’s […]

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