Genoa's De Rossi Relieved as Lookman Misses Atalanta Clash in Serie A

Genoa's head coach, Daniel De Rossi, admits that Atalanta will miss Ademola Lookman in their upcoming match due to his AFCON commitments with Nigeria. Despite Atalanta being slight favorites, De Rossi believes Lookman's absence could significantly impact the game's balance.

Lookman, a Nigerian winger, has been a consistent threat on the left flank, although he has not hit peak form this season. His absence is seen as a relief by Genoa's management.

Raffael Palladino, Atalanta's head coach, trusts Lookman's match-winning qualities despite his recent less productive domestic campaign.