Super Eagles winger Ademola Lookman has expressed his excitement about working under Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone, saying the experienced coach is helping him develop different aspects of his game.

Lookman made the remarks while reflecting on his adaptation to Simeone’s tactical approach at Atletico Madrid.

The Nigerian has been required to operate in unfamiliar positions early in the new LaLiga campaign as the club dealt with injuries to key forwards.

Despite being used in a central attacking role instead of his preferred position, Lookman has chosen to focus on learning and improving rather than dwelling on the tactical change.

The 2024 CAF Player of the Year praised Simeone and his coaching staff for the lessons they have provided, stressing that their guidance can help him become a more complete player and contribute more effectively to the team.

Lookman also pointed to Atletico’s encouraging start to the season, with the team collecting seven points from its opening three league matches. He believes maintaining that momentum will require continued improvement and greater consistency from the squad.

The forward’s willingness to adjust could prove important as Simeone continues to find the best tactical balance for his squad. His versatility gives the manager another option in attack while injured players return to full fitness.

Lookman has already shown his attacking quality in Spain, scoring during Atletico’s 3-1 victory over Sevilla at the Ramon Sanchez-Pizjuan Stadium.

That performance underlined his ability to make an impact despite the tactical adjustments he has faced since arriving at the club.

For Lookman, the priority remains settling into Simeone’s system and continuing to absorb the manager’s ideas. His positive attitude suggests he is prepared to embrace the demands placed on him as Atletico target a strong campaign.

With more matches ahead, the Nigerian winger will hope his growing understanding of Simeone’s methods allows him to play a bigger role in Atletico Madrid’s push for success this season.