Ademola Lookman: Nigerian star talks up important role of his mother as he celebrates birthday

• Ademola Lookman has narrated how his mother shaped his life as he narrated how he grew up with her
• The Super Eagles forward is a leading contender for the prestigious 2024 CAF Player of the Year Award
• He branded his mom as 'Superwoman' saying she played different roles in his life, crediting her for what he is today

Nigerian international Ademola Lookman has applauded his mother, narrating how she shaped his life with her affection.

The Atalanta of Italy turned 27 on Sunday, October 20, and has showered his beloved mom with compliments for watching him grow, Soccernet reports.

Lookman, born in Wandsworth, UK, disclosed that he lived with his mother and sister while the dad was in Lagos, Nigeria.

Ademola Lookman is thankful to his mother as he clocks 27. Photo: Harry Murphy.
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According to him, it would be complicated for a child to live without the parents.

He particularly thanked his mom, saying she played different roles in his life as he brands her "Superwoman".

Lookman told L'Equipe:

"I lived with my mom and my sister. Growing up with them allowed me to understand women. My dad and my other sister were in Nigeria, in Lagos. "My mother did everything to not let it affect me. I was the only boy, my family showed me a lot of love, always supported and protected. "As a child, if you don't have a father around or a mother, it's complicated. My mother created the best possible environment for my sister and me. "Then my sister went to university. Mom was great. She played a lot of different roles. I always called her Superwoman because she is an incredible woman. "I will always be indebted to her."

Gasperini backs Lookman for Ballon d'Or

Legit.ng earlier reported that Atalanta head coach Gian Piero Gasperini has backed Ademola Lookman to win the 2024 Ballon d'Or, explaining why he will cast his vote for the Nigerian forward.

Lookman had a great year with the Super Eagles and Atalanta, helping the national team reach the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final in Ivory Coast.

Atalanta boss Gasperini rates Lookman highly and has pledged to give him his vote for the Ballon d'Or, justifying his decision by explaining why he deserves it.

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Source: Legit.ng