Rowe joins Atalanta eager, cites Lookman’s praise of the Dea

At 15:10 Jonathan Rowe was officially unveiled as Atalanta’s newest forward, and just twenty minutes later, at 15:30, he opened the club’s press conference expressing delight at joining the Nerazzurri, while noting that fellow striker Lookman had spoken highly of the Dea.

Official unveiling and former club

The announcement confirmed that Rowe arrives from Bologna, ending his spell with the Emilia‑Romagna side to begin his adventure in Bergamo. His move marks the latest addition to Atalanta’s attacking options ahead of the new season.

Press conference and tactical importance

At 15:30 the press conference commenced, with the word ‘Comincia’ used to signal the start. Cristiano Giuntoli took the microphone to Introduce the session, highlighting the significance of the signing.

Giuntoli described Rowe as a key piece in Maurizio Sarri’s tactical scheme, calling him an ‘important player for the attack’. He thanked the club’s ownership, especially Luca Percassi, for facilitating the investment.

Ambitions and future outlook

Rowe replied that the transfer was a long process but ultimately achieved his goal of playing for Atalanta. He added that Lookman had spoken very positively about the club during a holiday, which motivated his decision.

When asked about his objectives, Rowe said he trusts Sarri’s European experience and aims to contribute under his guidance. He kept personal targets private, stressing that his priority is to help the team.

Rowe also mentioned his ambition to reach the Nazionale, describing Atalanta as a ‘great family’ that could aid his international dreams. He said the club’s success provides the ideal environment to pursue that aspiration.

Reflecting on European competition, Rowe said big evenings bring big stakes and he wants to be the type of player who makes a difference in both league and cup. The contrast between his personal humility and the club’s high ambitions underlines a mutually beneficial project moving forward.