Atalanta have openly praised their forward Ademola Lookman, who achieved 14th place in the 2024 Ballon d’Or rankings.
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The Nigerian international and Super Eagles star was the only African player to make the prestigious 30-man shortlist, securing his place among the world’s best at the ceremony held in Paris, France.
Atalanta shared their pride, stating, “14th place for Mola: proud of you, Ade,” in recognition of his stellar year.
Lookman’s nomination reflected his impactful performances both for his club and Nigeria. He notably delivered a memorable hat-trick in the Europa League final, leading Atalanta to a 3-0 triumph over Bayer Leverkusen.
His performances extended to international duty, where he played a crucial role in helping the Super Eagles reach the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final in Côte d’Ivoire.
Adding to his accolades, Lookman remains a strong contender for the CAF Player of the Year award, further affirming his remarkable season for both club and country.
