Atletico Madrid goalkeeper Juan Musso has expressed delight that the Spanish club signed Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman.

Lookman joined Madrid from Atalanta in Italy in the last transfer window and has scored three goals for the club in three appearances.

Speaking after their last game that saw Lookman score, Musso recalled how the Nigerian helped him win the Europa League.

He said, "I love that Ademola Lookman is here. I know him as a person; his family, his humility, his work ethic. He helped me win the Europa League; he scored three goals in the final, he’s crazy. Having him here is a huge joy, above all because of the person he is."

Meanwhile, Atletico Madrid manager, Diego Simeone has praised Lookman and Julian Alvarez following a stunning 4-0 victory over Barcelona in the first leg of the Copa del Rey semi-finals.

Both players not only scored but also assisted each other during the match on Thursday night.

In his post-match press conference, Simeone highlighted Lookman’s assist as “fantastic” and lauded Alvarez’s exceptional work rate, particularly in the first half.

He said, “The assist for Lookman was fantastic. [Alvarez’s] work rate in the first half was incredible.

“Scoring goals is something he has, and thank God he is back. He needed that goal so much, and for sure it will help clear him up for what is next.”

Atletico Madrid’s next challenge will be against Rayo Vallecano on Sunday, February 15.