Atalanta boss Gian Gasperini has explained why Ademola Lookman didn't start the Serie A game against Napoli on Saturday night.

No Regrets! Gasperini defends Decision to drop leading scorer Lookman against Napoli

No Regrets! Gasperini defends Decision to drop leading scorer Lookman against Napoli

Atalanta boss Gian Gasperini has explained why Ademola Lookman didn’t start the Serie A game against Napoli on Saturday night.

La Dea’s top scorer, Lookman, was given just few minutes of action at the Diego Maradona Stadium, as he came off the bench in the 89th minute.

The coach pulled a few surprises by starting Duvan Zapata rather than Ademola Lookman, then substituting Rasmus Hojlund at the break with Luis Muriel coming on in his place.

“Zapata was very positive with his belief, commitment and sacrifice for the team. Muriel is also starting to get back into shape. Even though we lost the game, it was an important response from players who represent the DNA of Atalanta.

“It was difficult against a tough opponent, these young lads cannot always be decisive. Zapata played better than Hojlund, but that doesn’t mean anything, he remains a talent who like Lookman can run into problems.

The changes didn’t make much difference as Atalanta lost 2-0, but Gasperini says he has no regrets.

“They gave a big contribution to keep the team going in the first half of the season, my judgement won’t change after just one match.”

Atalanta have just one point in their last four matches and are sliding out of the race for a Champions League spot.

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