Ademola Lookman has spoken about the heated exchange that broke out between him and Victor Osimhen, after a video of the incident spread widely on social media.
In the clip, the Atalanta winger is seen in a tense moment with the Napoli striker, as the two players argue in an unusually fiery scene, prompting strong reactions from fans online.
Lookman addressed the situation in a short video message, insisting there was no lasting issue between the pair and that what happened should be seen in the context of the match.
He explained that emotions can run high on the pitch, especially in big moments, and stressed that the disagreement did not go beyond the heat of competition.
The footage showed both players visibly frustrated as teammates moved in to calm the situation, before the confrontation ended without escalating further.
Lookman’s comments came as many supporters debated the episode, with some questioning whether the clash reflected deeper tension, but the Nigerian winger made it clear it was only a moment of anger during play.
