Ademola Lookman Criticized for Substitutions at Atletico
Ademola Lookman has come under fire following back-to-back halftime substitutions during La Liga matches for Atletico Madrid. Insider Sergio Picos criticized Lookman after he was replaced by Julián Alvarez at halftime in Atletico's 1-0 victory over Espanyol at the RCDE Stadium.
Picos noted Lookman's lack of confidence and energy, which has become a concern as the Nigerian forward has started eight of Atletico's 11 matches this season, totaling 600 minutes on the pitch but contributing only two goal involvements. Lookman's struggles extend beyond club performance, as he also failed to score in Nigeria's 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau.
This decline is stark compared to his standout performance in the previous season, where he was recognized as the 2024 African Footballer of the Year. Manager Diego Simeone's decision to substitute him suggests he has not yet seen the form Lookman displayed at Atalanta.
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