Lokman lands in Madrid: Atletico Madrid seal a bold Nigerian coup
1 February 2026
Deal Details
Lokman arrived in Madrid on Sunday night ahead of his formal signing with Atletico Madrid in the January window.
According to the club, Lokman agreed to a four-year contract worth 35 million euros, with up to 5 million euros in variables, making him one of the standout winter signings in Spain.
What Happens Next
Lokman will undergo routine medicals at the club's training ground before his first session under Argentine coach Diego Simeone, as he prepares to wear the rojiblanco shirt and sign his deal at the Metropolitano, launching his Atleti career through 2030.
Officials expect him to be ready for action quickly, possibly featuring against Real Betis in the King’s Cup quarter-final next Thursday, strengthening the attack alongside Julian Alvarez, Antoine Griezmann, and Alexander Sorloth.
Lokman has recently shone with the Nigeria national team on the road to the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.
Punchline 1: Lokman signs for four years—great, that’s not a loan, it’s a mortgage on the net. Punchline 2: With Lokman up front, Atleti might need a new forecast: sunny with a high chance of goals, and plenty of fans shouting ‘Gooooal!’
