Atalanta coach Ivan Juric has said Ademola Lookman has not been listed for tomorrow’s Serie A clash against Lecce, insisting that he does not have to beg the Super Eagles star to play.
Ademola Lookman has yet to play for Atalanta following a transfer standoff, but this past week he has featured in 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and South Africa.
“I have an excellent relationship with him, but I don’t have to beg him to play,” Juric said ahead of the Lecce match.
“Ademola will not be ready for tomorrow.
“It’s a truly unpleasant and difficult situation.
“It’s clear that Lookman is a top player, but we all believe that Atalanta need human values.
“As a coach, I feel that we need other things: spirit, humility, a good feeling for the shirt.”
