Ademola Lookman Turns 28 As Atalanta Pays Tribute to Europa League Hero

Ademola Lookman Turns 28 As Atalanta Pays Tribute to Europa League Hero

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Italian Serie A club Atalanta BC has paid tribute to Nigerian international Ademola Lookman, who celebrates his 28th birthday today, October 20, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

Born in Wandsworth, England, in 1997, Lookman has become a key figure at the Bergamo-based club since joining four seasons ago. In a celebratory message shared on their official channels, Atalanta highlighted the winger’s growing legacy and exceptional contributions on the pitch.

“Ademola Lookman celebrates his birthday today!” the club wrote. “Now in his fourth season wearing the Atalanta jersey, Ademola has made 122 appearances across all competitions, contributing 25 assists and 52 goals.”

Among his most memorable achievements, the club singled out Lookman’s historic hat-trick in the 2023/24 UEFA Europa League final in Dublin, which sealed Atalanta’s first major European title.

The tribute concluded with a warm message from the club to their star forward:

“MANY HAPPY RETURNS, ADEMOLA!”

Lookman’s standout performances have not only endeared him to Atalanta fans but also strengthened his profile on the international stage, where he continues to play a vital role for the Super Eagles of Nigeria.