Following Ivan Juric’s most recent remarks against Lookman, Percassi reaffirmed the team’s decision to shut him out.
None of their three Serie A games this season had Lookman on the roster.
After an outstanding international break with Nigeria last week, he was expected to rejoin the team; however, coach Juric stated he would not beg the player to play, implying that he had an attitude issue.

“I have little more to say than what the coach has already stated. We completely agree with his remarks, of course,” Percassi told DAZN Italia.

“We are aware of Lookman’s importance to Atalanta, but the team has certain very fundamental values that require players to be fully focused on our mission and willing to give their best for this jersey since every game is challenging.

Because of his circumstances, it was decided not to bring up Ademola, and we are now concentrating on this difficult game.

The reason we selected the coach is because he exemplifies the club’s history of perseverance. Regardless of the caliber of the individual players, this is also what the supporters anticipate. We are aware that every game is challenging, but we must motivate our supporters who have always supported us.

After two dismal draws with Pisa and Parma, Atalanta defeated Lecce 4-1 on Sunday to earn their first win of the new season.

The drama surrounding Lookman, who went on strike following a botched move to Inter Milan, took up much of their summer.

The club made it plain during the summer transfer window that Lookman would only move for a permanent transfer and at a cost of €50 million, but Inter’s offer was rejected.

Lookman’s only choice is to stay in Atalanta, at least until January.

Fenerbahce and Galatasaray, two of the biggest teams in the Turkish Super Lig, were connected to him; however, the transfer market in that region of Europe also ended on September 12.