Ademola Lookman Returns to Atalanta Training After Long Absence

Nigerian winger Ademola Lookman is back in training with Atalanta. He has been out since July but has now spoken with coach Ivan Jurić to settle his situation.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Lookman had not played for two months and was left out during the transfer window. There were rumors about big changes in the team’s attack. It was suggested that Lookman, Mateo Retegui, and El Bilal Toure could be sold. However, after meeting Jurić, Lookman is back in training, showing a possible new agreement about his future with the club. Notably, Atalanta rejected loan offers from Bayern Munich and Galatasaray for Lookman during this period, emphasizing their commitment to him despite the transfer bustle this update.

ATALANTA’S SEASON SO FAR

Atalanta have had a mixed start to the 2025-26 Serie A season. They are currently 11th in the standings, having begun the season poorly and sitting in the lower half of the table according to reports. They have one win and two draws so far this season, a considerable drop from last season’s 3rd place finish. Missing Lookman and other attackers has affected their scoring, with the team managing just five goals in their first four matches of the season.

WHAT NEXT FOR LOOKMAN AND ATALANTA?

Lookman’s return adds more attacking options, hoping to boost their European qualification. Last season, he was crucial, contributing 13 goals and 8 assists in 31 league appearances as validated by sources. Their next game is a home match against Torino, just one point below them. Coach Ivan Jurić has to decide if Lookman will start as the team aims for a crucial win to improve their standing and reignite their push for a top-six finish.