PHOTOS: Atletico Madrid Announces The Signing of Nigerian Winger Ademola Lookman

Atlético Madrid have completed the signing of Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman from Italian side Atalanta on a permanent deal.

The Spanish La Liga club confirmed the transfer in an official statement on their website, announcing that the 28-year-old has signed a contract that will keep him at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano until 30 June 2030.

Describing Lookman as a “versatile and dynamic” attacker, Atlético highlighted his ability to operate both as a second striker and as a winger on either flank, noting his pace, dribbling ability, and effectiveness when cutting inside or staying wide.

Lookman successfully passed his medical at the Vithas-Invictum High-Performance Sports Medicine Centre at Arturo Soria University Hospital in Madrid before completing the formalities at the club’s offices, where he was welcomed by Atlético’s Chief Executive Officer, Miguel Ángel Gil.

The Nigeria international joined Atlético from Atalanta, where he impressed following his arrival in 2022. Prior to his time in Italy, Lookman featured for several European clubs, including Fulham, Leicester City, RB Leipzig, and Everton.