Ademola Lookman: Diego Simeone praises the Nigerian for the derby match against Real Madrid!

Argentine coach Diego Simeone was pleased with the heroic performance of new winger Ademola Lookman with Los Rojiblancos, especially in the recent derby match against Real Madrid, which the Spanish capital's red team lost 3-2 at the Santiago Bernabeu.

Ademola Lookman delivered an outstanding performance against Real Madrid!

Ademola Lookman delivered another encouraging performance for Atlético Madrid, finding the net for the second time in the league during the first half of his side’s defeat. Despite the result, Diego Simeone was full of praise for the Nigerian forward, highlighting both his growing influence and his willingness to improve.

"Ademola Lookman is improving and working very well. He gives us different options in attack. We’re helping him grow defensively because he has the work ethic. He’s a player with a big heart and a desire to learn," Simeone said after the match.

Lookman has now contributed five goals and three assists in 14 appearances across all competitions since his arrival.

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