Diego Simeone praises Ademola Lookman after Atletico Madrid’s 3-2 aggregate win over Barcelona, saying the winger still has more to offer

Ademola Lookman has earned high praise from Diego Simeone after his decisive performance helped Atletico Madrid defeat FC Barcelona 3-2 on aggregate in their UEFA Champions League quarter-final clash.

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Lookman’s 31st-minute strike proved crucial in securing Atletico’s progress, marking his second Champions League goal for the club this season since joining in January from Atalanta.

The Nigerian forward has also contributed two assists in the competition, underlining his growing influence in Atletico’s attacking setup.

Following the match, Simeone praised Lookman’s offensive quality and one-on-one ability, while insisting the player still has untapped potential.

The Atletico Madrid coach stated that the winger has “more in his tank,” highlighting confidence in further improvement and impact in future matches.

The result sees Atletico advance in the Champions League after a tightly contested tie against Barcelona, with Lookman playing a central role in their success.

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His growing form since arriving in Spain continues to strengthen his reputation as a key figure in Simeone’s squad during the knockout stages of the competition.