Nigeria and Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman has officially emerged as the highest-rated player in the Italian Serie A this season, outperforming some of the league’s biggest stars in key performance metrics.

According to WhoScored ratings, Lookman leads the Serie A rankings with an impressive score of 7.37 after 29 rounds of matches. His standout performances have placed him above Inter Milan’s in-form duo of Marcus Thuram and Lautaro Martínez, as well as top talents from Juventus, AC Milan, and AS Roma.

Lookman’s Exceptional Season in Serie A

Despite featuring in just 23 league games this season, Lookman has been a dominant force for Atalanta. The Nigerian international has registered 13 goals and five assists, while averaging 2.1 key passes per game—more than any other player in the division.

Inter Milan’s Marcus Thuram, who has also netted 13 goals alongside four assists, follows closely behind Lookman with a rating of 7.29. His teammate Lautaro Martínez shares third place with Atalanta’s Mateo Retegui, both holding a rating of 7.22. Inter Milan’s Hakan Çalhanoğlu rounds out the top five with 7.19.

Top 10 Highest-Rated Serie A Players (2023/24 Season)

Ademola Lookman (Atalanta) – 7.37

Marcus Thuram (Inter Milan) – 7.29

Lautaro Martínez (Inter Milan) – 7.22

Mateo Retegui (Atalanta) – 7.22

Hakan Çalhanoğlu (Inter Milan) – 7.19

Nico Paz (Como) – 7.18

Mattia Zaccagni (Lazio) – 7.17

Alexis Saelemaekers (AS Roma) – 7.11

Rafael Leão (AC Milan) – 7.11

Moise Kean (Fiorentina) – 7.09

Lookman’s Impact at Atalanta

Since joining Atalanta from RB Leipzig in August 2022, Lookman has cemented his place as one of the league’s most consistent performers. In 85 Serie A appearances, he has scored 37 goals and provided 18 assists.

His time in Italy has been marked by both personal and club success. Lookman played a crucial role in Atalanta’s historic UEFA Europa League triumph last season, securing the club’s first-ever European title. He also finished as a Coppa Italia runner-up, showcasing his influence at the highest level.

Lookman’s International Success with Nigeria

On the international stage, Lookman has been equally impressive. He was a key figure in Nigeria’s run to the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final, proving instrumental in the Super Eagles’ success.

His outstanding performances earned him the CAF African Player of the Year award, making him the sixth Nigerian to receive the prestigious honor. Notably, Lookman became the first player to win the award after switching national allegiances from England to Nigeria.

Ademola Lookman’s exceptional form this season has solidified his reputation as one of Europe’s top attacking talents. With his consistency, goal contributions, and playmaking ability, he continues to be a key asset for Atalanta and Nigeria. As Serie A heads into the final stretch, fans will be watching closely to see if Lookman can maintain his dominance and help Atalanta secure a top finish in the league.

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