Things have not worked out the way as planned for Romelu Lukaku. The Belgian striker is looking like he’s out of options as the transfer market reaches the final stages. While the striker has been negotiating with Cristiano Ronaldo‘s former side Juventus. It seems like the Old Lady’s fans do not want to see the striker represent their club.
Over the past few years, Romelu Lukaku has seen his transfer value plummet. Once rare for over a hundred million, Chelsea is now willing to part ways with Lukaku for just $44 million. However, with the preferred Inter Milan deal broken, Lukaku is slowly running out of options.
Juventus fans protest potential Romelu Lukaku signing
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While the Belgian striker has performed well in the Serie A. It seems like Juventus fans are not ready to accept the Inter Milan player as one of their own. Following the departure of Cristiano Ronaldo from the club in 2020, the club has failed to find a proper successor.
While Dusan Vlahovic was touted as the next in line, Juventus have somewhat lost faith in the striker. While the club has been interested in bringing Lukaku on board, fans packed the club stadium in protest of a possible signing.
🚨 Juventus fans on the pitch chanting:
🗣️ "WE DON'T WANT LUKAKU"
(Source: @ForzaJuveEN) pic.twitter.com/pPSTQzhWsp
— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) August 9, 2023
With Juventus fans heavily protesting the move, it seems like Lukaku’s deal with the side is likely to break down. While the star could try to mend ties with Inter, it seems like his negotiations with Juventus have angered those at San Siro.
Romelu Lukaku could follow Cristiano Ronaldo to Saudi Arabia
While all options for Romelu Lukaku may be coming to an exit, the player could make a switch to the SPL. Following Cristiano Ronaldo joining Al-Nassr, there has been an influx of European stars who have switched to the Middle Eastern league.
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Saudi side Al-Hilal has been linked with the striker and is willing to pay Chelsea in full to seal a move for the player. If Lukaku fails to sign a deal with either Juventus or Inter Milan, the player could most likely make a switch to a Saudi outfit.
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It will be interesting to see if the striker manages to get a desired deal in Italy or follows Cristiano Ronaldo to the Saudi Pro League.
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