Ademola Lookman has been honored with a spot in the Serie A Team of the Year, recognizing his stellar performances in 2024.
Compiled by football analytics platform WhoScored.com, the lineup includes Lookman as the sole representative from Atalanta. Other notable names in the team are Inter Milan’s Federico Dimarco, Marcus Thuram, Hakan Çalhanoğlu, and AC Milan’s Christian Pulisic.
Lookman’s 2024 season was remarkable, highlighted by his contributions to Atalanta’s successful campaigns. He played a pivotal role in helping the team reach the Coppa Italia and Europa League finals.
Although Atalanta fell short in the Coppa Italia final, losing 1-0 to Juventus, Lookman led a stunning comeback in the Europa League final. His hat-trick secured a 3-0 victory over Bayer Leverkusen, earning Atalanta the trophy.
The Nigerian forward also gained individual accolades. He was the only African shortlisted for the 2024 Ballon d’Or, ranking 14th globally. Additionally, Lookman ended the year as CAF Player of the Year, becoming the sixth Nigerian to win the prestigious award.
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