Atletico Madrid has confirmed that Ademola Lookman will wear the number 11 in the 2026/27 season, a number with great history in the club. The forward has been key in his debut with the team, scoring 9 goals in all competitions in the second half of the 2025/26 season.
What does this mean for Atletico Madrid?
The confirmation of Lookman as the bearer of the number 11 is an indication of the club's confidence in his ability to lead the attack in the 2026/27 season. The number 11 has been worn by some of the most outstanding forwards in the club's history, such as Diego Forlán and Antoine Griezmann.
What comes next for Lookman?
Atletico Madrid will open their 2026/27 season at home against Malaga on August 19 at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano Stadium. Lookman will have the opportunity to demonstrate his skill in the competition and lead the team in their first match of the season.
The history of the number 11 in Atletico Madrid
The number 11 has been worn by some of the most outstanding forwards in the club's history, such as Diego Forlán and Antoine Griezmann. Lookman joins this list of legends of the club, who have worn the number 11 with pride and have been key in the club's history.
The 2026/27 season of Atletico Madrid
Atletico Madrid is ready to start their 2026/27 season, with a new squad and objectives to achieve. The club aims to improve their position in the league table and reach the final of the Copa del Rey. Lookman will have a key role in this objective, leading the attack and scoring important goals in the competition.
