Ademola Lookman is poised for a significant positional change at Atletico Madrid as Antoine Griezmann prepares to join Orlando City.
The French icon’s move to MLS marks the end of a storied 20-year career in European football, but for Lookman, it signals a tactical opening.
Currently, Diego Simeone utilizes the Super Eagles forward as a wide midfielder within a disciplined 4-4-2 formation—a role that often prioritizes defensive duties over his natural attacking instincts.
However, Griezmann’s exit is expected to trigger a shift. Having flourished as a second striker during his time at Atalanta, Lookman could now transition into a “two-pronged strike partnership,” allowing him to play significantly closer to the goal.