Super Eagles star left out of Atalanta’s Serie A opener

Ademola Lookman has been left out of Atalanta’s squad for their Serie A opener against Lecce, sparking speculation about his potential move to Paris Saint Germain PSG. According to reports from La Gazzetta dello Sport, Lookman’s absence may be linked to ongoing talks with the French giants.

The Super Eagles forward also missed Atalanta’s final training session before the match, fueling further speculation that he might be on the verge of leaving the Italian club. Lookman, along with teammates Toon Koopmeiners and El Bilal Touré, was excluded from the squad amidst transfer rumours.

Lookman had an outstanding end to last season, scoring a hat-trick in Atalanta’s historic UEFA Europa League final win against Bayer Leverkusen. His performances attracted attention from Premier League and Bundesliga clubs, but no formal bids were made. Now, PSG appears to be interested in the Nigerian international, especially following the departure of Kylian Mbappé.

Editorial

We believe Ademola Lookman’s potential move to PSG could be a major turning point in his career, offering him the opportunity to compete at the highest level in European football. Lookman’s impressive performances last season, particularly in helping Atalanta secure the UEFA Europa League title, have shown that he is ready for the next step in his career.

The fact that he was left out of Atalanta’s opening Serie A game raises further questions about his future. If the PSG transfer materializes, it could be a great platform for him to showcase his talents on an even bigger stage. For Atalanta, losing a player of Lookman’s calibre would be a significant blow, but they seem prepared for potential exits with key players already being linked to other clubs.

Lookman’s possible move to PSG is an exciting prospect, and fans will be keen to see how this situation develops in the coming days.

Did You Know?

1. Ademola Lookman was born in England and represented the Three Lions at youth level before switching his international allegiance to Nigeria in 2022.
2. Lookman played a pivotal role in Atalanta’s Europa League triumph last season, scoring a hat trick in the final against Bayer Leverkusen.
3. Paris Saint Germain has been active in the transfer market, especially after Kylian Mbappé’s departure, as they look to rebuild their attacking line.
4. Lookman began his professional career at Charlton Athletic before moving to Everton, where he first made his mark in the Premier League.
5. If Lookman joins PSG, he will be one of the few Nigerian players to have played for the French giants, joining the likes of Jay Jay Okocha.