Born on October 20, 1997, in Wandsworth, London, Ademola Lookman is an English-Nigerian forward known for his electrifying pace, technical ability, and flair on the pitch. Lookman's journey in football started in the streets of London, where his natural talent quickly caught the attention of local scouts. His early development led him to Charlton Athletic's youth academy, setting the stage for his professional career.

Lookman's breakthrough came at Charlton Athletic, where he made his first-team debut in 2015. His impressive performances in the English Championship earned him a move to Everton in the Premier League in January 2017. Lookman's time at Everton showcased his attacking prowess, and he quickly became known for his ability to take on defenders with ease and contribute both goals and assists.

In search of more playing time and experience, Lookman embarked on loan spells to RB Leipzig in the Bundesliga and Fulham in the Premier League. His time in Germany and England further refined his skills, and he gained valuable experience in different footballing environments. Lookman's performances, particularly at RB Leipzig, earned him a loan deal to Leicester City before joining Atalanta in the Serie A in 2022 where he has been phenomenal for Gian Pierro Gasperini’s side.

Internationally, Ademola Lookman represented England at various youth levels before committing his international career to Nigeria at the senior level. He made his international debut for the Super Eagles against Ghana in March 2022. As of [25th January 2024], Lookman had featured in his first tournament for Nigeria at the 2023 African Cup of Nations in Côte d’Ivoire.

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