Ademola Lookman is quickly turning out to be one of the signings of the season in LaLiga. The Nigerian forward has made an instant impact since arriving in Spain, contributing six goals and two assists so far across competitions, Softfootball reports.
Yesterday saturday 21st febuary 2026, he scored his first LaLiga goal, adding to strikes already registered in the Champions League and Copa del Rey. His seamless adaptation has surprised few who have followed his development over the years. There was little doubt that Lookman would succeed in Spain’s top flight given his pace, directness, and growing maturity in front of goal.
Lookman officially left Atalanta BC to join Atlético Madrid on 1 February 2026 as the transfer was completed during the winter window in a deal worth €40 million, €35 million as a fixed fee and €5 million in performance-related add-ons. Since his arrival, he has injected speed and attacking sharpness into Atlético’s frontline.
However, despite his club success, there is growing sadness among Nigerian supporters. Players like Lookman and Victor Osimhen, who are excelling internationally, currently face the painful reality of potentially missing out on the 2026 World Cup.
There remains uncertainty surrounding the case reportedly submitted by the Nigeria Football Federation seeking to disqualify Congo over alleged fielding of ineligible players. Should that case change the qualification standings, Nigeria’s hopes could be revived.
For now, Lookman continues to focus on club football, proving week after week why Atlético invested heavily in him. Whether or not the World Cup dream stays alive, his rise in LaLiga is becoming one of the stories of the season.
