Super Eagles star Ademola Lookman suffers injury blow, Atalanta’s Champions League hopes now in jeopardy

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Atalanta’s UEFA Champions League aspirations have taken a major hit with the news that Ademola Lookman is battling a knee injury.

Super Eagles star Ademola Lookman suffers injury blow, Atalanta’s Champions League hopes now in jeopardy

The Nigerian forward is now a doubt for their crucial clash against Barcelona, leaving Atalanta to rethink their attacking options, footballrover reports.

With the club’s Champions League future on the line, this injury blow could derail their plans.

Injury blow strikes Ademola Lookman ahead of Barcelona match

Reports indicate that Lookman sustained the injury during a recent training session.

Super Eagles star Ademola Lookman suffers injury blow, Atalanta’s Champions League hopes now in jeopardy

Tests are being conducted, and his recovery plan will be determined in the coming hours.

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With Atalanta’s position in Group H already precarious, Lookman’s absence could jeopardise their push for the knockout rounds.

The 27-year-old has been instrumental for Atalanta, contributing four goals and two assists in six Champions League appearances.

Losing him would be a significant setback, especially with their top-four hopes hanging in the balance.

Atalanta is currently just one point ahead of Bayer Leverkusen, sitting in 7th place. A win against Barcelona would secure their spot in the round of 16, but a loss could force them into the playoffs.

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Can Atalanta overcome Lookman’s absence?

Ademola Lookman suffers injury blow

As Atalanta prepares to face Barcelona at Camp Nou, Lookman’s injury blow casts a shadow over their prospects.

The team will now await further updates on his condition, but for now, their Champions League journey remains uncertain.

Will they rise to the challenge without him? Only time will tell.

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