Ademola Lookman Leaves Atalanta After Making History

Ademola Lookman has left Atalanta after making history with the club. He scored over 50 goals in less than 140 games.

Atalanta's Giancarlo Rinaldi reflects on Lookman's time at the club, where he became a key player under Gian Piero Gasperini.

The London-born Nigerian international had previously played for Charlton, Everton, RB Leipzig, Fulham, and Leicester.

Lookman joined Atalanta in 2022 and quickly became a mainstay in the attack, scoring goals with greater regularity than elsewhere.

He led the team to Europa League glory, scoring a hat-trick in the final against Bayer Leverkusen.

Lookman's departure is a major blow to Atalanta, as he finished with nearly 30 assists and over 50 goals in less than 140 games.

His time at Atalanta was the most successful period of his career, with the club becoming a cult hit in Europe.

The player's close control and thumping finishes left defenders dizzy across Italy and the continent.

Lookman's future is uncertain, but his time at Atalanta will be remembered as a highlight of his career.

He played a crucial part in the team's success, and his goalscoring record will be hard to match.

As of 2025, Lookman had played in the UEFA Champions League, scoring against teams like SK Slavia Praha and SK Sturm Graz.

And with over 50 goals in less than 140 games, he cemented his place in Atalanta's hall of fame.

But his departure will be felt, and the club will need to find a new star to replace him.

So Lookman's legacy at Atalanta will live on, even as he moves on to new challenges.