Ademola Lookman is full of excitement after completing his move to Atletico Madrid from Atalanta, reports Completesports.com.
The Nigeria international signed a contract with the Red and Whites until June, 2030.
Lookman enjoyed a successful spell with Atalanta, scoring 55 times, and providing 27 assists.
His goals included a hat-trick in the Europa League final against Bayer Leverkusen in 2024, which secured the club’s first European trophy.
Lookman Ready For A Fresh Start
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The 28-year-old is looking forward to a new challenge in Spain.
“It’s special to be here, it’s an amazing club. It’s a blessing to be here, like I said, I’m happy to be here,” Lookman told the club’s official website.
“I have played in three of the top leagues before. I’m coming to another top league, to a big country also. A new language as well , is a new challenge for me, but I’m excited about it , and looking forward to it.”
Another Important Step
Lookman insisted that joining Diego Simeone’s side will help improve his game.
“I like to learn, I like to grow better, this is what I’m looking forward to do. To join the group, amazing guys, amazing footballers, also to help as much as I can,” added the tricky winger.
“Also, best the best I can be every single day, I want to improve, and get better because I think I can improve and get better. It’s a new challenge for me, so that brings a sense of excitement.”
The former Leicester City player will look to make his debut for Atletico in Thursday night’s Copa del Rey clash with Real Betis.
By Adeboye Amosu
3 Comments
Thank God you didn’t listen to that one who wants everyone to join him in his league of shame and disaster…
Dude made a classless decision…And he is trying to look for some company thereby advising everyone on sight to join him there…. lmao…. I am sure he advised Calvin bassey with his very promising career and at his very young age to join him over there(tolotolo league)….
Lmao…And I am sure Calvin in his mind was like oga face your shame alone…. lmao….
El Cholo, play Lookman upfront with Julian Alvarez, and goals will floooooooow!
This is true @Pompei