AFCON 2025: Atalanta coach laments Lookman’s impending departure
Atalanta head coach Gian Piero Gasperini has expressed concern over the possible absence of Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. He said Lookman is an important part of the squad, and losing him during a crucial part of the season will create challenges for the team. According to the […]
Serie A: Lookman refuses to comment on row with Gasperini
Ademola Lookman has chosen not to speak about his recent dispute with Atalanta’s manager, Gian Piero Gasperini. The tension between them started when Gasperini criticized Lookman for missing a penalty in Atalanta’s home defeat to Club Brugge. In response, Lookman said the manager’s remarks were disrespectful. Despite this, the Nigerian forward put the issue aside […]
Serie A: Gasperini aims another swipe at Lookman
Atalanta’s head coach, Gian Piero Gasperini, has once again criticized Ademola Lookman, continuing their recent dispute. The tension started last week when Atalanta was knocked out of the UEFA Champions League. Gasperini blamed Lookman for missing a penalty, which upset the Nigerian forward. Lookman responded by calling his manager’s comments disrespectful. Even after Atalanta’s 5-0 […]
Lookman vs Gasperini: A close look at treatment of Nigerian footballers in Serie A
Nigerian football fans experienced a sense of déjà vu this week after Atalanta’s Champions League exit against Club Brugge. Following the 5-2 aggregate loss, Atalanta coach Gian Piero Gasperini criticized Ademola Lookman, even though the forward played only 45 minutes of the entire tie. Atalanta went into the second leg trailing 2-1 but found themselves […]