The Nigerian forward of Atalanta, Ademola Lookman, highlighted the qualities of the Brazilian Vinícius Junior, whom he described as a "top" player during the press conference ahead of the match against Real Madrid in the Champions League.

A Challenge for Atalanta
"Tomorrow will be an incredibly tough match. But we focus on ourselves, on how we can create danger. It's another great challenge for us," said Lookman regarding the clash to be played at the Gewiss Stadium.

The attacker emphasized the importance of focusing on the present: "What we did in the past stays there. The match is the match, and it's an opportunity to showcase the quality of the team and what we've achieved in recent games."

Recognition for Vinícius and Real Madrid
Lookman, who shares the same position as Vinícius, spared no praise for the Brazilian: "He’s a top player. He plays incredibly. We have to keep a close eye on him."

Additionally, he highlighted the overall talent of Real Madrid: "They have top players who make the difference, who decide matches. But not just that—they're a team of great quality. We have to give it our all."

His Growth in Atalanta
On the other hand, Lookman spoke about his development as a player since joining Atalanta and how coach Gian Piero Gasperini has influenced his progress.
"From the beginning, the coach told me what he expected from me, simplified things, and I was able to focus on what he asked for. I added elements to my game and have taken it to another level. Bergamo is a beautiful city to focus solely on football and to improve," he concluded.

The clash between Atalanta and Real Madrid promises to be a key match in the Champions League journey for both teams.