Super Eagles winger Ademola Lookman has declared that his Italian Serie A team, Atalanta, is desperate to play in the UEFA Champions League (UCL) next season.
Lookman, who disclosed in a recent chat with Italian media, said that his team (which is currently placed sixth on the league table) will do everything to qualify for the UCL.
According to the player who was speaking after their last match against Empoli, his team also have commitments in the Italian Cup and the Europa League this season.
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“This victory (against Empoli) is very important because we have to reach the Champions League. We also have commitments in the Italian Cup and the Europa League, winning today was important,” he said, as per Napoli Magazine.
“Roma are a strong team but so are we. We know that every match is difficult but we are ready to try to win them all.”
Lookman, who cost €9.35 million to sign with Atalanta from RB Leipzig in 2022, has been in excellent form since he arrived in Italy. This season, he has 11 goals and seven assists in all competitions.
