Ademola Lookman (Photo credit: Imago)
Ademola Lookman failed to get his desired transfer away from Atalanta, and he is unhappy about it…
Atalanta captain Marten De Roon has admitted that the team is willing to welcome Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman when he decides to return to action for the club, Soccernet.ng reports.
Over the last few months, Lookman has been at loggerheads with Atalanta due to his desire to leave for a bigger club.
The Super Eagles star openly called out the club on social media and even went on strike for over two weeks.
Unfortunately for him, his antics did not work out, as Atalanta maintained their stubborn stance on his transfer.
Now, the season has started, but the standoff is still on. Atalanta want to reintegrate Lookman into the squad, but the 27-year-old winger is adamant.
Lookman was expected to join his teammates for their game against Lecce last weekend. But before the game, coach Ivan Juric inferred that the Super Eagles star did not have the right mentality to play. The Croatian tactician still even criticized him after the game, despite a handsome 4-1 win.
Over the last few days, Lookman’s availability for their UEFA Champions League game against PSG at Parc des Prince has been in question.
But Atalanta have now confirmed that the former Everton man will not be making the trip to Paris with his teammates.
I nerazzurri convocati per #PSGAtalanta
Our squad list for tomorrow’s game #UCL #GoAtalantaGo ⚫ pic.twitter.com/qGZZLi47mS
— Atalanta B.C. (@Atalanta_BC) September 16, 2025
What Atalanta Captain De Roon Said About Ademola Lookman Debacle
For Atalanta captain, Marten De Roon, he is focused on the progress of the team, and he insists that the rest of the team is not bothered by the situation.
Nonetheless, they would be happy to have him back if he eventually decided to return to action.
“He (Lookman) didn’t bother us, I don’t want to waste too much time. We’re focusing on the team and who’s there. We’re always here, and I think there will always be an opening for Lookman,” De Roon said, per Gianluca Di Marzio.
Lookman Has To Bounce Back Soon
Although Lookman is hurt due to the situation with his transfer, he will have to bounce back soon if he wants to keep his career on track.
Despite his handsome contribution of 52 goals and 25 assists in 112 appearances for La Dea, If the Super Eagles star continues to sit on the bench, his value in the market will reduce. He also risks losing his place in the national team.
The Everton man will have to clear his head as soon as possible and return to doing what he is best at.