Ademola Lookman Signs with Atletico Madrid in €40m Deal
Ademola Lookman has completed a permanent transfer to Atletico Madrid in a €40m deal from Atalanta on the January transfer window deadline day.
The Nigeria international spent the last three and a half years in Bergamo, making history with the team, including a European championship.
He scored a hat-trick in a European final and lifted a trophy with Atalanta after a 61-year trophy drought.
Lookman expressed his gratitude to Atalanta fans, teammates, and staff on social media after signing his contract with Atletico Madrid.
He thanked them for their passion, belief, and energy, which meant everything to him during his time with the team.
The fans' support never faded, and together they achieved historic moments.
Lookman's transfer to Atletico Madrid marks a new chapter in his career, and he is expected to make a significant impact with the Colchoneros.
He will join a talented squad and compete in top-tier competitions, including La Liga and the Champions League.
And with his experience and skills, he is poised to make a difference in the team's success.
But for now, he is focused on his goodbye message to Atalanta fans, thanking them for making Bergamo feel like home.
So he ended his message with "Grazie di tutto, ciao", expressing his appreciation for the memories and experiences he had with the team.
The transfer fee of €40m is a significant investment for Atletico Madrid, and they expect Lookman to deliver on the pitch.
As he begins his new journey with Atletico Madrid, Lookman will be looking to build on his past successes and create new memories with his teammates.
With his contract signed, Lookman is ready to take on the challenges of La Liga and compete at the highest level.
And as he said goodbye to Atalanta, he is now focused on his future with Atletico Madrid, eager to make a lasting impact.