‘A Hurricane in Madrid’: Spanish Media Hails Lookman’s Arrival

Atletico Madrid’s new signing Ademola Lookman made an unforgettable debut in the Copa del Rey quarter-final, helping his side demolish Real Betis 5-0 at La Cartuja.

The Nigerian forward, who had been linked with Fenerbahçe during the winter transfer window, scored one goal and provided an assist in his first appearance for Diego Simeone’s team.

Spanish media outlets were quick to hail his performance.

AS reported: ‘The Nigerian has had a great start at Atlético, making his debut with an impressive performance at La Cartuja.

‘Diego Simeone expressed his satisfaction by saying, ‘He has qualities that set him apart from the rest of his teammates, and that will make us better.’’

The paper added: ‘What a great transfer Atletico Madrid has made! Lookman scored a spectacular goal on his debut! One goal and one assist. The goal was truly amazing.’

Mundo Deportivo described his introduction as ‘brutal, like a whirlwind,’ while Marca went even further, calling him ‘a hurricane.’ Their report noted: ‘The Nigerian player crowned his impressive debut for Atlético with a goal after shattering the Betis defense with his pace, feints and vertical play.’

With such a commanding start, Lookman has instantly become one of the most talked-about names in Spanish football, his debut performance ensuring that there is, as the headlines put it, ‘no one in the country who does not know him.’