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Lukaku Lights up Rome: From Chelsea’s Burden to Roma’s Redemption – Did Secret Talks Seal the Deal?

Eriki Joan UgunushebyEriki Joan Ugunushe
August 30, 2023
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Lukaku Lights up Rome: From Chelsea’s Burden to Roma’s Redemption – Did Secret Talks Seal the Deal?
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In a not-so-surprising turn of events, Romelu Lukaku has sealed his season-long switch to Roma from Chelsea. The transfer saga ended with a heroic welcome from enthusiastic fans. Although Roma’s official confirmation is pending, Serie A itself has affirmed the completion of the deal among its list of finalized transfers.

A throng of supporters turned up at Ciampino airport near Rome to give a warm reception to Belgium’s striker Lukaku, injecting much-needed positivity after Roma’s shaky start to the Serie A season. Amid reports from Italian media, Chelsea reportedly consented to Roma’s offer of approximately six million euros ($6.5 million) for Lukaku’s services this season. This decision follows the knee ligament injury sustained by Tammy Abraham, which left Roma in search of a capable striker.

Interestingly, Lukaku willingly reduced his earnings from around 11 million euros to roughly 7.5 million euros to facilitate his move to Roma. This gesture comes in light of Roma’s adherence to a Financial Fair Play settlement agreement established with UEFA. With just one point gained from their first two matches and a frustrating inability to translate dominance into goals, Roma’s recent 2-1 defeat at Verona highlighted their struggles.

On the other hand, Chelsea’s persistent efforts to offload Lukaku permanently throughout the summer were motivated by the desire to rectify their costly transfer misstep. The Premier League club had shelled out a staggering 115 million euros to Inter Milan for Lukaku’s acquisition, in addition to his hefty annual salary.

Although negotiations with Inter, where Lukaku was loaned last season, faltered, the real surprise came when it was revealed that he had engaged in secret talks with their archrivals Juve and AC Milan. In an unexpected twist, Lukaku finds himself reunited with his former Manchester United coach, Jose Mourinho, as Roma seeks to secure a coveted spot in the Champions League, an achievement they haven’t attained since 2018.

Reflecting on Lukaku’s journey, it’s evident that the 30-year-old forward experienced both highs and lows. Despite not living up to his lofty salary, enduring injury setbacks, and missing crucial opportunities on big stages like the World Cup and Champions League final, Lukaku’s time at Chelsea has come to an end. The club’s eagerness to see him leave speaks volumes about the circumstances. As he embarks on this new chapter with Roma, there’s optimism that he’ll find success and fulfillment.

we extend our best wishes to Romelu Lukaku for a fruitful stay in Roma, hoping that all his aspirations and dreams materialize.

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Eriki Joan Ugunushe

Eriki Joan Ugunushe

Eriki Joan Ugunushe is a dedicated news writer and an aspiring entertainment and media lawyer. Graduated from the University of Ibadan, she combines her legal acumen with a passion for writing to craft compelling news stories.Eriki's commitment to effective communication shines through her participation in the Jobberman soft skills training, where she honed her abilities to overcome communication barriers, embrace the email culture, and provide and receive constructive feedback. She has also nurtured her creativity skills, understanding how creativity fosters critical thinking—a valuable asset in both writing and law.

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