Ademola Lookman lacks fitness test says Atalanta head coach Ivan Juric.
Juric has publicly criticised Ademola Lookman, confirming that the Nigerian forward will not feature against Lecce on Sunday, September 14.
Juric, speaking at his pre-match press conference, made it clear that Lookman’s exclusion was not just about fitness.
“Ademola will not be ready for tomorrow,” the coach said. “Atalanta requires spirit, humility, and passion for the shirt—qualities he is currently lacking. I have a good relationship with Lookman, but I shouldn’t have to beg him to play. It works the other way around. We are Atalanta, and he represents the city. We stand for hard work and humility.”
The 27-year-old has yet to make an appearance this season and also missed pre-season friendlies, sparking concerns about his commitment.
His absence comes after a turbulent summer in which a proposed move to Inter collapsed. Frustrated, Lookman submitted a transfer request and issued a public statement criticising the club before returning to the UK to train alone.
He only rejoined the squad five days before the Serie A campaign kicked off, leaving him well behind his teammates in preparation.
