Lookman returns to Madrid with knee sprain

Lookman suffered a knee sprain during Nigeria's match against Tanzania and will miss the next international fixture before returning to Madrid for recovery.

Atlético Madrid's Ademola Lookman sustained a knee sprain during Nigeria's international match against Tanzania. The injury occurred from a heavy blow to the knee, and tests conducted in Nigeria confirmed the diagnosis. Lookman will miss Nigeria's next match against Tanzania and return to Spain to begin his recovery at Atlético's training facility in Majadahonda.

When Lookman undergoes further medical evaluation in Madrid, the severity of the injury will be determined. Early indications suggest he is unlikely to return before two weeks, making him almost certain to miss Atlético's match against Getafe on Sunday 22nd, difficult for the Elche fixture on Saturday 28th, and possibly available for the Barcelona match on Wednesday 2nd, depending on the medical diagnosis.

Lookman had hoped the international break would help him regain form after a difficult period at Atlético, where he has lost his starting position and did not feature in the last league match. Despite providing an assist in Friday's match against Tanzania, he has faced criticism for his recent performances.