Former Nigerian international, Mutiu Adepoju, has praised Super Eagles winger Ademola Lookman for making a bold move by joining Spanish giants Atletico Madrid.
The club confirmed the signing of the Nigerian international on Monday through their official website.
Lookman, who famously scored a hat-trick in Atalanta’s 2024 Europa League final triumph over Bayer Leverkusen, has managed three goals in 19 appearances across all competitions for the Italian side this season.
Speaking to Footy Africa, Adepoju expressed his excitement over the transfer.
“I think it’s a very bold move and I really, really love it,” Adepoju said. “I think he’s going to a place where he is going to show his quality and everything that Ademola Lookman is about. I am very sure he is going to have a lot of support from Atletico Madrid.”
“They are one of the biggest clubs in Spain and everybody knows the history of Ademola Lookman. He is a very good addition to the team and I think Lookman is going to have a great year at Atletico Madrid and in La Liga.
“I really love the move and I wish him all the best because I know he is a great guy and he deserves to be happy. I am very sure he is going to be happy because he is a great guy and a great footballer too,” he added.
Atletico Madrid will be hoping Lookman’s pace and finishing can drive their campaign as they gear up for a two-legged Champions League knockout play-off against Club Brugge later this month.
