Ademola Lookman Pens Emotional Farewell Message to Atalanta
Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman has penned an emotional farewell message to Atalanta after completing his January move away from the Italian club.
Lookman joined Atalanta in 2022 following difficult spells at RB Leipzig, Everton, Leicester City and Fulham. The move proved to be a major turning point in his career, as he became a key player under head coach Gian Piero Gasperini.
During his time in Bergamo, the Nigerian international scored 52 goals and provided 22 assists in 119 appearances. He also made history by becoming the first player to score a hat-trick in the final of a UEFA club competition, helping Atalanta win their first major trophy.
After completing his move, the 28-year-old took to social media to thank the club, his teammates and the fans.
“To the Atalanta family, after nearly four years, the time has come for me to say goodbye,” Lookman wrote.
“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.”
Lookman also paid tribute to the supporters, praising their loyalty and passion throughout his stay at the club.
“Thank you to my teammates, the staff, and the club. To the fans, your passion, your belief, your energy meant everything,” he added.
“From day one, you stood by me and by this team through every moment. 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. Grazie di tutto, ciao.”
Lookman recently returned to action after the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, where he was one of the standout players. He is now expected to make his debut for Atlético Madrid in their Copa del Rey quarter-final match against Real Sociedad.
