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Lookman Returns to Atletico Madrid Training, Arokodare Left Out by Wolves

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  • Ademola Lookman has returned to pre-season training with Atletico Madrid, quashing speculation about his future.
  • Lookman aims to improve on his nine goals and four assists in 24 appearances last season during his first full campaign with the Spanish club.
  • Tolu Arokodare was excluded from Wolves' pre-season training, fueling rumors of a move to Fiorentina or Trabzonspor.

Ademola Lookman has rejoined Atletico Madrid for pre-season training, putting an end to rumors about his potential departure. The 2024 African Player of the Year was seen training with Diego Simeone's squad after a break for international friendlies and tournaments.

Lookman's return marks his first full season with the La Liga club since his January transfer from Atalanta. He aims to build on his previous performance, where he scored nine goals and provided four assists in 24 appearances across all competitions. Atletico Madrid has scheduled pre-season friendlies against Manchester United and Manchester City in early August.

Meanwhile, Super Eagles teammate Tolu Arokodare was notably absent from Wolves' pre-season training roster. This exclusion has intensified speculation that Arokodare might be on his way to either Italian club Fiorentina or Turkish side Trabzonspor.

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