Ademola Lookman Set to Miss Barcelona UCL Clash Due to Injury

Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman is set to miss Atalanta BC’s highly anticipated UEFA Champions League fixture against FC Barcelona this week due to an injury he sustained during a recent training session.

Lookman, who has been in outstanding form for Atalanta this season, with 14 goals and 7 assists in 27 matches across all competitions, has been a key figure in the team’s success. However, reports confirm that he will not be available for selection in the crucial Champions League clash against Barcelona on Wednesday, dealing a significant blow to the club’s attacking options.

The injury, believed to be related to his knee, was sustained during a training session on Monday, though the full details of the injury remain unclear. The Nigerian forward’s absence is expected to extend beyond the Barcelona game, and reports indicate that he could be sidelined for up to a month. This leaves Atalanta facing the challenge of coping without their top scorer during key fixtures, both in Serie A and Europe.

The timing of Lookman’s injury is particularly unfortunate as it may also affect his participation in Nigeria’s World Cup Qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe in March.

Fabrizio Romano, a renowned football journalist, confirmed the injury news and emphasized the significant impact on Atalanta’s attacking capabilities. With Lookman out of action, Atalanta will need to find alternative solutions for their upcoming fixtures, as they face the task of maintaining momentum in both domestic and European competitions.

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