Lookman.webp
The Digest:

Atalanta manager Ivan Juric hinted that Nigerian international Ademola Lookman is in contention to start tonight's UEFA Champions League clash against Club Brugge. The 27-year-old winger, recently reintegrated into the squad after a summer transfer push, is needed back in the rotation to bolster the team's European campaign.

Key Points:
  • Atalanta winger Ademola Lookman is in contention to start against Club Brugge in the UEFA Champions League.
  • Coach Ivan Juric stated he is "starting to think about" including Lookman and Ederson in the starting rotation.
  • Lookman recently returned to the squad after pushing for a transfer in the summer.
  • The Nigerian international made his first seasonal appearance two weeks ago against Torino.
  • He was an unused substitute in Atalanta's last Serie A match against Juventus.
  • The Champions League matchday two fixture will be played at the Gewiss Stadium.
  • Juric described Lookman as an "important player" the team needs to reintegrate.
This potential start marks a critical step in Lookman's reintegration, offering him a prime platform to reclaim his influential role for the Italian side in Europe's premier club competition.

Sources: Complete Sports