Ademola Lookman: Anxious wait for Super Eagles as Simeone gives fresh injury update

Ademola Lookman sustained an adductor injury during the heartbreaking Copa del Rey final defeat against Real Sociedad on Saturday, where he was replaced by Nicolas Gonzalez in the 63rd minute.

This was Lookman's first injury since moving to Atletico in the January transfer window.

Providing an update on his squad at Tuesday’s pre-match press conference, Simeone remained cautious but optimistic about the forward's return to action.

“Well, we will see how Alex Sorloth and Lookman recover from this minor injury they have had,” Simeone said. “Hopefully, they will be fully recovered by Saturday, which is possible, according to the doctors, who are more knowledgeable.”

Lookman has been nothing short of sensational since joining Atletico Madrid from Atalanta in a high-profile January move.

The Nigerian international has seamlessly adapted to Simeone’s demanding system, contributing seven goals and five assists in just 18 appearances.

His most iconic moment in an Atleti shirt came earlier this month in the Champions League quarter-finals.

Lookman produced a stunning match-winner against Barcelona, sprinting past Jules Kounde to slot home the decisive goal that secured Atletico’s first semi-final appearance in nine years.

Super Eagles boss Eric Chelle will be delighted with Simeone's update as Nigeria prepares for crucial friendlies in June against Portugal and Poland.