‘Your energy meant everything’, Lookman bids farewell to Atalanta

By Emmanuel Okogba

Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman has announced his departure from Atalanta, bringing to an end a memorable four-year spell with the Serie A club.

In a heartfelt message to fans and teammates, Lookman who has now joined Spanish club Atletico Madrid, expressed gratitude for the support he received since arriving in Bergamo, saying the Atalanta family had welcomed him “like one of their own” and inspired him to reach his best.

Reflecting on his time at the club, Lookman highlighted the historic triumph in Europe, where he scored a hat-trick in the final to help Atalanta lift a continental trophy after a 61-year drought. He described the night as unforgettable and one that will remain engraved in his heart.

The Nigerian international also recalled winning the 2024 African Player of the Year award while representing Atalanta, calling it one of the proudest moments of his career.

He praised the atmosphere created by fans at home and away, noting that every cheer, banner, and trip contributed to making Bergamo feel like home.

He wrote: “To the Atalanta family , after nearly four years, the time has come for me to say goodbye. From the moment I arrived in Bergamo, you welcomed me like one of your own and pushed me to be the best version of myself.

“Together we made history. European champions, a night none of us will ever forget. Scoring a hat-trick in a European final and lifting a trophy with this club after a 61 year trophy drought will stay with me. “Winning the Africa Player of the year award in 2024 as an Atalanta player will forever stay with me. Those moments, those emotions, those nights under the lights, they’re engraved in my heart.

“Thank you to my teammates, the staff, the club. To the fans, your passion, your belief, your energy meant everything. From day one, you stood by me and by this team through every moment. Your passion, your voices, your belief never faded and together we achieved.

“Every cheer, every banner, every away trip meant something. Thank you for making Bergamo feel like home and for giving me memories I’ll carry forever.”

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