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The Digest:

Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman remains in limbo at Atalanta, training with the squad but excluded from matchday selections as club officials question his commitment. Despite being named in the Champions League squad, his availability for Wednesday’s clash against PSG is uncertain following public criticism from manager Ivan Jurić and director Luca Percassi.

Key Points:
  • Lookman has not featured in any of Atalanta’s three Serie A matches this season.
  • Manager Jurić stated he “won’t beg” the player to participate, hinting at attitude issues.
  • Director Percassi emphasized the need for players who give “100% for the jersey.”
  • The forward was linked with a €50m move to Inter Milan, which collapsed over fee disagreements.
  • Lookman went on strike during the transfer window, straining his relationship with the club.
  • He remains at Atalanta until at least January, with the Turkish transfer window also closed.
  • His inclusion in the UCL squad offers a potential path back to first-team action.
This standoff highlights the growing tension between player ambition and club discipline, leaving Lookman’s immediate future unresolved.

Sources: Atalanta FC, Serie A, UEFA