By Henrik Petersen

RB Leipzig boss: Ademola Lookman will be important for us

RB Leipzig boss Markus Krösche has backed Ademola Lookman to play an important role for the club.
Ademola Lookman.
Ademola Lookman.Photo: GEPA Pictures/Sven Sonntag
Ademola Lookman has played just 11 minutes since joining RB Leipzig from Everton for €18 million in the summer.

But, with time, the 21-year-old will certainly be an important player for the club, says RB Leipzig sporting director Markus Krösche.

"'Mola' is a young, very talented player, and we are absolutely convinced of him and his qualities," he told Bild and added:

"We are patient and will give him the time he needs because he didn't play regularly at Everton last season and now has to get back to the rhythm.

"He's on a very good path and will be extremely important for us," Krösche said.

Lookman previously appeared for RB Leipzig on loan in the second half of the 2017/18 season, racking up five goals and four assists in 11 games.

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