Ademola Lookman, Atalanta’s Nigerian winger, has sustained a knee injury that will see him miss crucial matches, including Atalanta’s Serie A fixtures and their upcoming UEFA Champions League clash against Barcelona.
The injury, which occurred during his participation with Nigeria in their Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers, has raised concerns over his availability for both club and country. After being substituted in the match against Benin Republic due to a knock, Lookman returned to Italy for a detailed medical assessment.
Atalanta has since clarified that the injury is less severe than initially feared, and Lookman has resumed light training sessions. This progress provides hope that he may return to action sooner than anticipated. However, he remains unavailable for Atalanta's immediate fixtures as he continues recovery.
Lookman has been a vital player for Atalanta this season, with six goals and four assists in nine Serie A appearances. His absence will undoubtedly impact the team's attacking depth as they navigate challenging domestic and European fixtures.
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