Romelu Lukaku - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Will keep rehabbing abroad Lukaku (hip) returned to Naples and agreed to pay a fine for his impromptu hiatus, but will head back to Belgium to recover from his injury, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Lukaku cleared the air with his club after deciding to stay away on his own following the last international break, but he'll quickly fly back to his home country to recuperate and work on his conditioning. He doesn't have a clear timetable at this stage. Rasmus Hojlund and Giovane will be the options in the role for a while longer.

7 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Still out of the country Lukaku (hip) hasn't reported back to his team and has actually been spotted training with FC Antwerp in recent days, Corriere dello Sport informed.

Impact Lukaku continues to recover in his home country, taking advantage of a local facility, and his return has been pushed back a couple of times. He'll need to mend fences once he decides to head back, as his decision was unilateral.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

'We are not happy' - Romelu Lukaku warned 'there will be consequences' for Napoli snub as director addresses feud with striker

Napoli sporting director Giovanni Manna has issued a stern warning to Romelu Lukaku, confirming that the Belgian striker will face "conseque...

APRIL 6 • goal

'We are not happy' - Romelu Lukaku warned 'there will be consequences' for Napoli snub as director addresses feud with striker

Unavailable versus Milan Lukaku (hip) won't return to Naples this week, La Gazzetta dello Sport relayed.

Impact Lukaku will continue rehabbing his ailment in Belgium and will need to mend fences with his club once he heals up and heads back, or he might be excluded from the squad. Giovane will deputize Rasmus Hojlund on Monday.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Napoli threatens after Lukaku skips training and likely missing crucial AC Milan clash

Romelu Lukaku has been at the center of controversy at Napoli this week

APRIL 2 • Associated Press

Napoli issue alarming statement as Romelu Lukaku continues to ignore calls to return from Belgium

Napoli have released a official statement after star striker Romelu Lukaku failed to report back to training following the international bre...

MARCH 31 • goal

Napoli issue alarming statement as Romelu Lukaku continues to ignore calls to return from Belgium

Risks being frozen out Lukaku didn't report back to his team despite withdrawing from international duty due to an injury, and Napoli announced that they are evaluating potential disciplinary measures.

Impact Lukaku was diagnosed with a hip inflammation by the national team's doctors and decided to stay in his home country to rehab, irking his club. It remains to be seen when he'll be back and if he'll be outright excluded from the squad or simply fined. He has had a secondary role since recovering from a major thigh injury, playing second fiddle to Rasmus Hojlund and making a few short cameos.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Romelu Lukaku Prioritizes Fitness, Withdraws From Belgium's Friendlies

Romelu Lukaku is skipping Belgium’s friendlies in the United States so he can focus on getting fully fit.

MARCH 24 • FOX SPORTS

Romelu Lukaku Prioritizes Fitness, Withdraws From Belgium's Friendlies

Season opener decides game Lukaku scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Verona. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 97th minute...

Impact Lukaku logged a season high 17 minutes and made every second count, netting a decisive last minute winner for his first goal of the season and creating two other chances. Napoli's top scorer from their title winning season has endured a difficult return since coming back from a serious long term injury in January, with the coaching staff carefully managing his workload. That goal will undoubtedly boost his confidence as he looks to make an impact in whatever limited minutes come his way, with Napoli pushing for a Champions League spot next season.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Verona 1-2 Napoli: Emotional Lukaku off the mark with last-gasp winner Verona looked the more likely to take all three points, but Romelu Lukaku had other ideas and ensured it was Napoli who triumphed.

FEBRUARY 28 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Lukaku's last-gasp goal ends Napoli's winless run and Inter 13 points clear in Serie A

Romelu Lukaku's first goal of the season with the last kick of the match has ended Napoli’s winless run

FEBRUARY 28 • Associated Press

Como beats Napoli on penalties to advance to Coppa Italia semifinals

Como advanced to the semifinals of the Coppa Italia for the first time in 40 years after beating Italian champion Napoli in a penalty shootout

FEBRUARY 10 • Associated Press

Napoli's Di Lorenzo avoids serious injury and could return in a month

Napoli coach Antonio Conte is relieved as Giovanni Di Lorenzo avoids serious knee ligament damage

FEBRUARY 1 • Associated Press

Napoli OUT of Champions League as Conte struggles AGAIN

JANUARY 28 • YOUTUBE

Jesse Lingard in advanced talks over Serie A transfer as ex-Man Utd star set to snub Premier League return

Former Manchester United star Jesse Lingard is reportedly closing in on a return to football in Serie A. The 33-year-old is a free agent aft...

JANUARY 28 • goal

Jesse Lingard in advanced talks over Serie A transfer as ex-Man Utd star set to snub Premier League return

Jonathan David finding his form at Juventus with home World Cup in Canada approaching

Jonathan David scored his third goal in four matches and Juventus beat defending champion Napoli 3-0 in Serie A

JANUARY 25 • Associated Press

Unused versus Copenhagen Lukaku (thigh) wasn't fielded in Tuesday's 2-2 draw with Copenhagen.

Impact Lukaku wasn't deployed even though Napoli were pushing for a goal throughout the second half, as the coaching staff elected to be cautious. He'll likely make only some small cameos for a while while he works his way back to full fitness.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

MATCH PREVIEW: Antonio Conte & Napoli NEED big win over Copenhagen

JANUARY 20 • YOUTUBE

Bench option in UCL match Lukaku (thigh) is on the bench for Tuesday's clash with Copenhagen.

Impact Lukaku could add some offensive power in the second half but is unlikely to see a lot of minutes after being sidelined since the beginning of the season. The experienced striker will challenge Rasmus Hojlund in the lone center-forward spot.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Napoli faces further injuries ahead of crucial matches in Serie A and Champions League

Napoli faces a growing injury crisis ahead of a crucial week in Serie A and the Champions League

JANUARY 19 • Associated Press

Set to return from injury Lukaku (thigh) "has trained fully for multiple days in a row and is technically recovered, then the choice is up to the coach," Napoli doctor Raffaele Canonico announced.

Impact Lukaku has completed a long rehab from a major thigh injury and is poised to be available for the first time in the season. He'll split duties and partner with Rasmus Hojlund up front. He registered 14 goals, 10 assists and 64 (24 on target) last year, but he'll have a smaller role at first.

JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Rasmus Hojlund reborn: How Antonio Conte got Man Utd misfit firing again for Napoli

After Napoli beat Bologna on December 22 to win the Supercoppa Italiana, Rasmus Hojlund posted a picture of him holding the trophy, accompan...

JANUARY 3 • goal

Rasmus Hojlund reborn: How Antonio Conte got Man Utd misfit firing again for Napoli

Will need more time to be ready Lukaku (thigh) will likely miss two or three more weeks, as he's not been cleared to play despite being recently called up for the Supercoppa, La Gazzetta dello Sport informed.

Impact Lukaku was with the team in Saudi Arabia but watched both matches from the bench without warming up. He's not far from returning, but the team will be extra cautious. He has been sidelined for four and a half months and will sit out a few more fixtures, also considering that Rasmus Hojlund has been going like gangbusters as of late.

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Rasmus Hojlund eclipses Man Utd goal tally with another brace as Napoli star doubles down on decision to leave Red Devils

Rasmus Hojlund continued his impressive start to life with Napoli with a brace in Sunday's 2-0 win over Cremonense to remain on the coattail...

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • goal

Rasmus Hojlund eclipses Man Utd goal tally with another brace as Napoli star doubles down on decision to leave Red Devils

Unavailable against Cremonese Lukaku (thigh) isn't part of the squad for Sunday's bout with Cremonese, Gianluca Di Marzio relayed.

Impact Lukaku didn't suffer a setback but isn't ready to contribute and will stay put to work on his conditioning, which could sideline him for further fixtures, even though he was with the team for the Supercoppa last week. Rasmus Hojlund will keep receiving the lion's share of minutes at the no.9 position over Lorenzo Lucca.

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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