Atalanta and Super Eagles Forward Set for Swift Comeback
Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman has resumed light training with Atalanta after suffering a knee injury last week, offering a significant boost to his team ahead of crucial fixtures, Soccernet.ng reports.
Injury Blow Before Barcelona Clash
Lookman was ruled out of action just hours before Atalanta’s highly anticipated UEFA Champions League encounter against Barcelona. The Nigerian forward was expected to play a pivotal role for La Dea in that match, but his absence was confirmed after he sustained a knee injury during training. Knee injuries are often delicate, sparking fears that the 27-year-old could face a prolonged spell on the sidelines.
Positive Injury Update
However, according to Atalanta BC News, Lookman has now returned to light training, signaling a quicker-than-expected recovery. If his rehabilitation continues as planned, the forward could be back in action within the next two weeks.
Lookman has been an influential figure for Atalanta this season, registering 14 goals and seven assists in 26 appearances across all competitions. His contributions make him the team’s second-highest goalscorer, trailing only Mateo Retegui, who boasts 22 goal involvements.
Timely Boost for Atalanta
Lookman’s return comes at a crucial time for Atalanta, who face key matches in both domestic and European competitions. La Dea will take on Club Brugge in a Champions League double-header over the next two weeks, fixtures that could determine their European aspirations.
In Serie A, Atalanta is striving to regain consistency, having lost ground in the title race. Currently sitting third in the league standings, they are six points behind Napoli. Lookman’s comeback could provide the attacking spark they need to close the gap and mount a stronger challenge for the Scudetto.
