Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman has been sidelined for a week with a knee injury.
Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman has made a swift return to light training after sustaining a knee injury last week, according to Atalanta BC News.
Lookman was ruled out of Atalanta's crucial UEFA Champions League game against Barcelona just hours before kickoff.
The Nigerian forward was expected to play a key role in the match, and concerns were raised that the injury could keep him sidelined for a significant period.
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However, Lookman's return to light training suggests that he could be back in action within the next two weeks.
This is a welcome boost for Atalanta, who have several important games coming up, including a double-header against Club Brugge in the UEFA Champions League.
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Lookman has been a key contributor for Atalanta this season, scoring 14 goals and providing seven assists in 26 appearances across all competitions.
His return will be crucial in helping the team maintain their push for a top-four finish in Serie A, where they currently sit third, six points behind leaders Napoli.