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Yakubu Aiyegbeni Praises Ademola Lookman For Staying With Atalanta

Former Nigerian International Yakubu Aiyegbeni Has Spoken Out In Support Of Super Eagles Star Ademola Lookman Following His Return To The Atalanta Squad.

Lookman’s Rocky Summer

The 27-Year-Old Winger’s Relationship With Atalanta Had Been Strained After He Tried To Push For A Move Away From The Club. His Future Looked Uncertain, With Supporters Also Left Frustrated By The Transfer Saga.

But Lookman Made His Return On September 21, Coming Back Into The Team And Helping Atalanta Secure A Comfortable 3-0 Win Over Torino.

Yakubu’s Message Of Support

Speaking To Footy-Africa, Former Everton And Portsmouth Striker Aiyegbeni Applauded Lookman’s Decision To Stay And Put The Drama Behind Him.

“When A Move You Were Expecting Doesn’t Happen, It Affects Your State Of Mind. But I Must Commend Lookman For Staying Patient And Atalanta For Welcoming Him Back In,” Yakubu Said.

He Added: “Atalanta Need Him, And He Also Needs Atalanta To Push His Career Forward. It’s Good To See They Have Found Common Ground. From Here, I Hope He Can Enjoy His Football Again, Stay Focused, And Deliver The Performances We All Know He Is Capable Of.”

Moving Forward Together

For Lookman, Staying At Atalanta Could Prove To Be A Defining Moment In His Career. With The Club Backing Him And A Fresh Start On The Pitch, He Has A Chance To Silence Doubters And Reaffirm His Status As One Of Nigeria’s Most Talented Forwards.

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