Abuja, Nigeria / Madrid, Spain — Nigeria international Ademola Lookman has completed his high-profile move from Atalanta to Atletico Madrid, reportedly in a deal worth around €40 million, sparking praise and well-wishes from both his former and new clubs.
Atalanta head coach Raffaele Palladino accepted the winger’s departure as part of modern football, thanking Lookman for his contributions to the club and acknowledging the player’s desire to take the next step in his career. “It’s a dynamic that’s part of today’s football,” Palladino said, adding that the team respects Lookman’s decision and wishes him well in Spain.
Lookman, 28, spent more than three seasons in Italy, where he became a key attacking presence for the Serie A side and helped elevate their profile in domestic and European competitions. He also took to social media to express gratitude to Atalanta fans and embrace his new challenge with Atletico Madrid.
At his new club, Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone has voiced confidence in the Nigerian’s ability to strengthen the team, highlighting Lookman’s blend of pace, strength and attacking versatility as valuable assets. Simeone said that the forward had settled quickly into training and showed promise of forming key partnerships on the pitch.
Lookman’s move comes as Atletico aim to boost their attacking options in La Liga and European competitions, with the Super Eagles star already featuring in squad selections for the Copa del Rey.
The transfer marks a fresh chapter for Lookman, who now hopes to make a major impact in one of Europe’s top leagues following a successful spell in Italy.
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