Lukaku to Chelsea: Almost done deal as player himself hints on his future
Jul 24, 2016 at 2:40 PM
Everton striker Romelu Lukaku is reportedly desperate to join Chelsea to prove himself at Stamford Bridge.
The 23-year-old still thinks he has unfinished business left at Stamford Bridge after failing to make an impact in a three-year spell between 2011 and 2014.
Manchester United and Arsenal were also in the race to sign the promising striker but United couldn’t convince him and Wenger despite reported agreed talks now seems has to watch Lukaku flourishing at Chelsea.
According to a report published by The Sun, the Belgian attacker believes a move to the Londoners is still quite possible, even though they have already signed international teammate and fellow forward Michy Batshuayi.
Lukaku managed 25 goals in 46 appearances for the Toffees last season, but was unable to hit the back of the net for the final ten games of the campaign – which played a major part in manager Roberto Martinez’s eventual sacking.
With Lukaku at the forefront of Chelsea’s attacking unit, the Blues could climb up the Premier League table and challenge for silverware next season.
Conte may even deploy him alongside Diego Costa – and the two strikers could form a lethal partnership up front.
The Belgian intends to test his skills whilst playing for a club worthy of Champions League football. And although Chelsea failed to qualify for next season’s elite European competition, Conte can lead the Blues back to the top and Lukaku can be the focal point of Chelsea’s potent offensive unit.
Lukaku isn’t world class just yet but he has shown enough potential to suggest that, with the right guidance, he will mature into a top talent. The Belgium forward is still just 23 years old and Conte could be the right man to get the best out of him – especially with the likes of Eden Hazard, Oscar, and Willian playing in behind.
If nothing else, Lukaku’s wide array of skills will appeal to Conte and the Italian may already be planning to build around the Belgian striker for many years to come.