Chelsea seems poised to continue its trend of transferring players to Saudi Arabia for the upcoming season. Notably, Edouard Mendy and Kalidou Koulibaly were sold to Al-Hilal and Al-Ahli, respectively, while N’Golo Kante joined Al-Ittihad in the summer. The latest speculation surrounds Romelu Lukaku, who, despite being on loan at AS Roma, might be the next player to join the Saudi Pro League.
Journalist Fabio Santini, in an interview with TV Play, revealed that Lukaku has accepted a substantial offer from Saudi Arabia. While there were earlier talks of AS Roma signing him permanently for around £35 million, recent developments suggest challenges in that deal.
Santini discussed Lukaku’s future, stating that with the acceptance of a lucrative offer from Saudi Arabia, a return to Juventus seems unlikely. Roma supporters were informed that Lukaku is expected to depart at the season’s end.
Despite Lukaku’s successful loan spell at AS Roma, where he scored 11 goals in 18 games, it appears he may not be part of Chelsea’s plans. Mauricio Pochettino, Chelsea’s manager, could benefit from Lukaku’s goal-scoring prowess, especially as the team faces challenges.
The Belgian striker, previously with Manchester United and Inter Milan, has demonstrated once again why he is among Europe’s top goal-scorers. Although Lukaku’s stint at Stamford Bridge wasn’t entirely satisfying, circumstances may necessitate Chelsea recalling him.
The likelihood of Lukaku permanently leaving Chelsea in the summer has gained traction, with Saudi Arabia emerging as a potential destination. This news has raised eyebrows, considering Lukaku’s impressive performance this season and the valuable contribution he could make to Chelsea’s attacking lineup.
