Atlético Madrid has confirmed the signing of Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman from Atalanta.
The 28-year-old attacker will wear the red and white jersey for the remainder of this season and the next four, as both clubs have reached an agreement on the transfer.
Lookman’s Impact at Atalanta and European Success
The Super Eagles star joined Atalanta in the summer of 2022 and quickly became one of the club’s standout players.
Known for his versatility, he can play as a second striker or on either wing, using his pace and dribbling to trouble defenders.
His performances reached a peak during the 2023/24 UEFA Europa League, where he led Atalanta to their first-ever continental title.
In the final, Lookman scored all three goals in a 3-0 win over Bayer Leverkusen, handing the German side their only defeat of the season.
During his time at Atalanta, Lookman made 137 appearances, scoring 55 goals and providing 27 assists, cementing his reputation as a top-class forward in Europe.
From London to Europe: Lookman’s Football Journey
Born in Wandsworth, London, on October 20, 1997, Lookman began his youth career at Waterloo FC and Charlton Athletic.
He made his first-team debut for Charlton on November 3, 2015, before going on to play for Everton, RB Leipzig, Fulham, and Leicester City.
Internationally, Lookman represented England at youth levels and was part of the squad that won the U-20 World Cup in 2017.
He switched to Nigeria’s national team in March 2022 and has since earned 41 caps, scoring 11 goals.
Atlético Madrid fans will be eager to see how Lookman’s European experience will help the team push for domestic and continental success in the coming seasons.