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[bet9ja.com](https://register.bet9ja.com/?btag=yohaig&promocode=yohaig)<br>Atalanta's head coach, Gian Piero Gasperini, has thrown his full support behind Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman for the [prestigious Ballon](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/category/news/transfer-news/) d'Or award, nominating him as a frontrunner ahead of notable players like [Vinicius Jr](https://www.ebersbach.org/index.php?title=User:LilianaBarkley)., Rodri, Jude Bellingham, and Lamine Yamal. Lookman is among 30 finalists for the 2024 Ballon d'Or, thanks to his impactful performances for both Atalanta and Nigeria's national team. |
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<br>Lookman's standout contributions were instrumental in Atalanta's UEFA Europa League success, highlighted by his hat trick in the final against Bayer Leverkusen. Additionally, his efforts helped Nigeria earn a silver medal at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Abidjan. Reflecting on Lookman’s accomplishments, Gasperini credited him for securing Atalanta's Europa League victory and expressed optimism about his chances at the Ballon d'Or ceremony on October 28 in Paris. |
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<br>[Lookman joins an esteemed roster of Nigerian players](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/news/national-team-news/ademola-lookman-gaining-momentum-for-2024-caf-player-of-the-year/) previously recognised for the Ballon d'Or, including legends like Finidi George, Daniel Amokachi, and Jay-Jay Okocha. As he contends for the title, he also seeks to surpass fellow Nigerian Victor Osimhen, who placed eighth last year. |
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<br>Ademola Lookman’s Ballon d'Or nomination is more than an individual achievement |
