Early career Atanga joined
Red Bull Salzburg academy in 2014. In June 2015, Atanga signed new five-year deal with the club. After only four appearances for Heidenheim, Atanga returned to Salzburg before again leaving on loan. During his time in Austria, Atanga was played 36 times and scored 12 goals for Salzburg's
farm team FC Liefering. In June 2018,
SpVgg Greuther Fürth announced Atanga would join on loan for the 2018–19 season.
Holstein Kiel In June 2019, Atanga permanently moved signing with
2. Bundesliga side
Holstein Kiel for the 2019–20 season. He agreed a three-year contract with the club. On 18 January 2021, Atanga moved to Austrian club
Admira Wacker, on a loan until the end of the season.
KV Oostende On 6 August 2021,
KV Oostende announced the signing of Atanga on a three-year deal. ==International career==