Ademola Lookman’s rise at Atalanta has become a hot topic among football fans and analysts, but what secrets fuel his exceptional journey?
Behind his impressive performances lies a compelling narrative of teamwork and support that may surprise many fans, Footballrover reports.
With a strong foundation and the right backing, Lookman has not only excelled but has also found himself in the spotlight of major accolades.
Atalanta’s head coach, Gian Piero Gasperini, recently shed light on the crucial role played by Lookman’s teammates in his ascent.
The hidden truth behind Lookman’s rise at Atalanta
According to Gasperini, the Nigerian might not have been in contention for the 2024 Ballon d’Or without the vital contributions from players like Marten de Roon, Ederson, and Berat Djimsiti.
The Nigerian forward achieved an impressive 14th place in the prestigious ranking—Ballon d’Or, making him the sole African nominee.
This past season, Ademola was instrumental in Atalanta’s UEFA Europa League win, scoring a brilliant hat-trick in the final against Bayer Leverkusen, securing a 3-0 victory.
His outstanding performances have also positioned him as a leading contender for the CAF Men’s Player of the Year award.
Gasperini emphasised that Ademola recognises the significance of his teammates’ support in achieving his current status, suggesting that his success could have been drastically different elsewhere.
The Atalanta coach, who was quoted by La Gazzetta Dello Sport, said,
“He (Lookman) already knows that he wouldn’t be here if he didn’t have De Roon, Ederson, Djimsiti, and that whole group behind him. It’s not guaranteed that he would have done the same thing had he been playing for a different team.”
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