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Napoli has officially confirmed the signing of Romelu Lukaku from Chelsea on a permanent transfer.
The Belgian striker has penned a three-year contract with the Italian side, with the deal reportedly worth €30 million plus add-ons.
Lukaku, 31, had previously expressed his desire to reunite with manager Antonio Conte, and this move to Napoli fulfills that ambition.
Conte, who led Lukaku to a Serie A title during their time at Inter Milan, was instrumental in convincing the striker to join Napoli.
This transfer marks the end of Lukaku’s second stint at Chelsea, where he struggled to find consistent form.
Despite moments of brilliance, he was unable to replicate the success he had in Italy. Now, under Conte’s guidance once again, Lukaku aims to rediscover his best form and lead Napoli to domestic glory.
While Napoli won’t be competing in European competitions this season, the club is focused on retaining their Serie A title and making a strong push in the Coppa Italia.
Lukaku’s signing is a significant boost to their attacking options, and the fans are eager to see how he will influence the team.
Lukaku’s arrival in Naples has sparked excitement among supporters, who are hopeful that his goal-scoring prowess will help Napoli maintain their position at the top of Italian football.
As he prepares to lead the line for the Partenopei, all eyes will be on Lukaku to see if he can deliver the goals and performances that made him one of Europe’s top strikers.