Ademola Lookman has released a statement after Atalanta boss Gian Piero Gasperini called him “one of the worst penalty takers” he’s ever seen following his miss against Club Brugge in the Champions League.
A few seconds after coming on, Ademola Lookman pulled a goal back for Atalanta against Club Brugge.
minutes later, Ademola missed a penalty kick.
In his post-match review, Giasperini called Lookman the worst penalty-taker he has ever seen.
excerpts of Lookman’s reply reads:
“It saddens me on a day like this to have to write this statement – most of all because of what we have achieved together as a team and as a city. Being singled out in the manner I have been not only hurt but feels deeply disrespectful. Not least because of the immense hard work and commitment I have always put in each and every day to help bring success to this club and to the incredible fans of Bergamo.”
From all indications, his time at Bergamo is ending. soon and the question is what is Atalanta’s Ademola Lookman transfer plan?
Transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano revealed that the plan remains for Ademola Lookman to LEAVE Atalanta this summer.
Atalanta will try to clarify the situation with Gasperini in the next 24hours after strong quotes… but won’t change plans.
Atalanta’s Ademola Lookman Summer Transfer Origin
Atalanta management decided last summer and asked Lookman to stay another year.
The tension between Lookman and Gasperini started when Lookman tried to force a transfer to Paris Saint-Germain at the beginning of the season.
Lookman withdrew from the squad for a big game but returned a week later when told no transfer.
Lookman is having a decent season, scoring 15 goals and providing six assists in 28 appearances.
However, his missed penalty against Club Brugge in the Champions League, and Gasperini’s subsequent criticism, have further strained their relationship.
