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“I’ve Always Believed in Myself” – Ademola Lookman Reflects on His Rise with Atalanta

Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman has credited Serie A club Atalanta for playing a crucial role in his impressive rise to football stardom.
After a challenging start to his career, Lookman’s move to Atalanta in 2022 proved to be the turning point he needed.
Before joining the Italian club, Lookman struggled to find his footing in the Premier League, having stints at Everton, Fulham, and Leicester City without making a significant impact.
His time at Bundesliga side RB Leipzig also proved difficult, and for a while, it seemed as though his potential might go unfulfilled.
However, everything changed when Lookman made the move to Atalanta.
In just a short time, he transformed into one of the most exciting forwards in Europe, a feat that culminated in him being named Africa’s best player during the prestigious awards ceremony in Marrakech, Morocco.
Reflecting on his success, Lookman explained that the environment at Atalanta has been key to his development.
“The environment that the club provided for me has been a huge factor in my growth as a player,” he shared in an interview with Flashscore.
“It’s not just about my personal belief in myself, but also about the perfect timing.
I’ve always known I could achieve great things, and now, the time has come.”
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Rashford Wants to Join Barcelona as Flick Plans to Use Him as Central Striker

Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford could be heading to Barcelona, with reports suggesting he is ready to play a central attacking role under new manager Hansi Flick. Sports journalist Ben Jacobs revealed that Barcelona are considering a loan move for Rashford, although their main transfer target remains Nico Williams from Athletic Bilbao.
Rashford is reportedly keen on a switch to the Spanish giants this summer and is open to adapting to Flick’s plans by operating through the middle in attack. The England international appears to have no future at Old Trafford under new manager Ruben Amorim.
United, however, have placed a £40 million price tag on Rashford, which could complicate the deal. It remains uncertain whether the club will allow him to leave on loan or insist on a permanent transfer.
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“Osimhen Is Not a Champion and Only Had One Good Season” — Flores says

Former Italy U-21 striker, Antonio Floro Flores, has taken a swipe at Super Eagles star Victor Osimhen, calling him an average player. Speaking with Kiss Kiss Napoli, Flores didn’t hold back, saying Osimhen should take his football career to Saudi Arabia and stop the noise.
Osimhen, who joined Napoli in 2020, helped the club win the Serie A title after a 33-year wait. However, he was loaned to Galatasaray last season, sparking mixed reactions about his future. Despite interest from top European clubs, Flores believes Osimhen has done little to earn the hype.
“Osimhen? He should go to Saudi Arabia. I’m honestly tired of hearing his name,” Flores said. “I get irritated when people talk about him like he’s some big star. He had only one good season. This is someone who turned his back on the city that made him famous. Even his own mother didn’t know him before Napoli.
“He even removed Napoli from his Instagram like he’s done something special. If I was his agent, I would’ve sent him to Saudi Arabia already. He’s not a champion, and I doubt he even realises it.”
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Hakimi Warns Messi Says There Are No Friends on the Pitch as PSG Face Inter Miami

PSG defender Achraf Hakimi has sent a friendly but firm message to Lionel Messi ahead of their clash at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup Round of 16 on Sunday. Hakimi, who once shared the dressing room with Messi at PSG, will now face the Argentine legend as rivals when PSG take on Inter Miami this weekend.
Speaking to ItalPress, the Moroccan star admitted it would be great to see Messi again, but made it clear that friendship stays off the pitch once the game starts. “It’ll be nice to meet Messi again, we shared some great moments,” Hakimi said. “But when the match begins, there are no friends. “He’ll do everything to win, and so will we. We’ll give it our all to qualify for the next round.”
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