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    Rejecting England for Nigeria changed my Life ? CAF player of the year Ademola Lookman

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    Rejecting England for Nigeria changed my Life ? CAF player of the year Ademola Lookman

    Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman has revealed that switching his international allegiance from England to Nigeria was one of the most pivotal decisions of his football career.

     

    In an interview with ARISE TV, the 2024 CAF African Footballer of the Year said the move transformed not just his professional path but also his sense of identity.

     

    “Without a doubt, it changed my career and my life,” Lookman said. “People know that. This is my home. This is my place. I enjoy it here. I am the son of the soil.”

     

    Born in London, Lookman represented England at youth level before committing to Nigeria — a decision that marked the beginning of a remarkable rise. His profile soared after scoring a historic hat-trick in the Europa League final against Bayer Leverkusen, sealing Atalanta’s first-ever European title.

     

    Now one of the most in-form attackers in Europe, the 27-year-old credits his success to unwavering discipline and daily consistency.

     

    “I think it was just self-belief and working hard every day. When you work hard every single day, you gain confidence and grow in what you do. You know that eventually, your hard work will pay off.”

     

    Lookman admitted that mindset helped him through difficult periods, including a tough loan spell at Fulham where he missed a crucial penalty.

     

    “Every day, I try to improve myself, both on and off the pitch. That consistency and mindset have really helped me.”

     

    Winning the African Footballer of the Year award, he said, was deeply personal.

     

    “It’s amazing. Honestly, I won’t lie to you, it’s a privilege to have it. I take it with real pride. I’ve seen the great players who have received this award — some of the biggest names in football. For me to be among them is a blessing.”

     

    Lookman recently returned to Lagos to present the award to President Bola Tinubu and Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. The visit also included a stop at Phase 2, a community where he spent much of his childhood with his grandmother and father.

     

    “It was really important for me to bring this award back home. I’ve been cradling it all day. Bringing it back to Lagos means everything. That’s where I brought it back to, and today, I had the honour of presenting it to the President. That meant a lot.”

     

    Governor Sanwo-Olu praised Lookman as a symbol of the “Greater Lagos Rising” spirit and a role model for millions of Nigerian youths.

     

    When asked if he would be satisfied if he retired today, Lookman was clear:

     

    “Definitely not. Retirement is nowhere in my thoughts. Not even close. There’s still a long journey ahead. So much more to achieve. This is just another chapter of that journey.”

     

    Following his explosive season, several Premier League giants — including Arsenal, Liverpool, Chelsea, and Manchester United — are reportedly preparing bids. Atalanta have placed a €50 million price tag on their star man, who is currently regarded as one of Europe’s most valuable and consistent forwards.

     

     

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