Bergamo Will Forever Be Home: Lukman Bids Heartfelt Farewell to Atalanta

By Love Oyedokun

Bergamo, Italy – February 2, 2026 – The blue and black heart of Bergamo is heavy today, a poignant melody of gratitude and sorrow echoing through the Stadio Gewiss. Ademola Lukman, the Nigerian maestro who painted the city with moments of unforgettable brilliance, has penned his farewell, a message brimming with the raw emotion of a love affair that transcended the boundaries of sport.

Cablenews24 reports that nearly four years ago, Lukman arrived in Bergamo, a promising talent seeking a place to call his own. What he found was more than just a club; he found a family. “From the moment I arrived in Bergamo, you welcomed me like one of your own and pushed me to be the best version of myself,” he wrote, his words carrying the weight of genuine affection.

And together, they soared. They etched their names into the annals of Atalanta history, a history previously marked by long stretches of quiet hope. Lukman became a catalyst, a spark that ignited a fire in the hearts of the Nerazzurri. He wasn’t just a player; he was a symbol of their resurgence, their unwavering belief in the impossible.

The pinnacle, the moment that will forever be etched in the collective memory of Atalanta fans, came on that glorious night when they were crowned European champions. Lukman, with a performance that bordered on the mythical, single-handedly dismantled their opponents, scoring a hat-trick that sent shockwaves across the continent.

“Scoring a hat-trick in a European final and lifting a trophy with this club after a 61-year trophy drought will stay with me,” he confessed, his words a testament to the profound impact of that victory. It wasn’t just a trophy; it was the culmination of decades of yearning, a validation of their unwavering faith.

But Lukman’s impact extended beyond the pitch. In 2024, he was crowned Africa’s Player of the Year, an honor he proudly accepted as an Atalanta player. “Winning the Africa Player of the year award in 2024 as an Atalanta player will forever stay with me,” he declared, a subtle nod to the club that provided him with the platform to reach such heights.

His farewell message is a tapestry woven with threads of gratitude and respect. He thanked his teammates, the staff, and the club, acknowledging the collective effort that fueled their success. But it was his words to the fans that resonated most deeply.

“To the fans, your passion, your belief, your energy meant everything,” he wrote, his voice almost audible in the silence between the lines. “From day one, you stood by me and by this team through every moment. Your passion, your voices, your belief never faded and together we achieved.”

He spoke of the cheers, the banners, the away trips – each a testament to the unwavering support that defined the Atalanta faithful. He understood that their passion wasn’t just about the wins; it was about the shared journey, the collective dream, the unwavering belief in something bigger than themselves.

“Every cheer, every banner, every away trip meant something,” he acknowledged, his words a heartfelt tribute to their dedication. “Thank you for making Bergamo feel like home and for giving me memories I’ll carry forever.”

Lukman’s departure leaves a void in the Atalanta squad, a void that will be difficult to fill. But his legacy will endure, not just in the trophies and the goals, but in the hearts of the fans who embraced him as one of their own. He leaves behind a city that will forever remember his name, a city that he, in turn, will forever call home.

As he bids Grazie di tutto, ciao, the blue and black faithful respond with a chorus of gratitude, their voices echoing through the streets of Bergamo. They know that Lukman’s journey takes him elsewhere, but a part of him will always remain in their hearts, a reminder of the magic they created together, under the lights, in the city that welcomed him with open arms. The memories, the emotions, those nights under the lights – they’re engraved in their hearts, just as they are in his. And that, perhaps, is the most beautiful legacy of all.

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