Chelsea are reportedly willing to take a significant hit on striker Romelu Lukaku, with AC Milan now joining the race to sign the Belgian international this summer. Lukaku spent last season on loan at Inter Milan, where he scored 14 goals but struggled with injuries. Inter have already begun talks with Chelsea over extending Lukaku’s loan deal for a second season, but the Premier League side would prefer a permanent sale. According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Chelsea would accept a £40m offer for Lukaku, but Inter are unwilling to meet their asking price. AC Milan are now considering a move for Lukaku and hope to sign him alongside Marcus Thuram, who is available on a free transfer from Borussia Monchengladbach, as part of their new-look attack.
Chelsea’s Striker Situation
Chelsea’s striker situation has been a topic of discussion for some time now. The club has struggled to find a consistent goal scorer since the departure of Diego Costa in 2018. Lukaku was brought in last summer for a club-record fee of £97.5 million, but he failed to make an impact at Stamford Bridge. The Belgian international managed just four goals in 22 appearances before being loaned out to Inter Milan.
Lukaku’s Loan Spell at Inter
Lukaku’s loan spell at Inter was a success, as he helped the Italian side win their first Serie A title in over a decade. The Belgian international scored 14 goals in 26 league appearances, but he struggled with injuries towards the end of the season. Inter are keen to keep Lukaku for another season, but they are not willing to pay Chelsea’s asking price for a permanent transfer.
AC Milan’s Interest in Lukaku
AC Milan have now entered the race to sign Lukaku this summer. The Italian side finished fourth in Serie A last season, securing the final Champions League spot but were 20 points behind champions Napoli. AC Milan are hoping to sign Lukaku alongside Marcus Thuram, who is available on a free transfer from Borussia Monchengladbach, as part of their new-look attack. However, they will face competition from Inter Milan and the Saudi Pro League.
Chelsea’s Transfer Plans
Chelsea are reportedly looking to sell Lukaku this summer and reinvest the funds in their squad. The Blues have already signed striker Romelu Lukaku from Inter Milan for a club-record fee of £97.5 million. The Belgian international is expected to be Chelsea’s first-choice striker next season, with Timo Werner and Tammy Abraham likely to be sold. Chelsea are also looking to sign a new midfielder and a new centre-back this summer.
Conclusion
Chelsea are reportedly willing to take a significant hit on Romelu Lukaku, with AC Milan now joining the race to sign the Belgian international this summer. Lukaku spent last season on loan at Inter Milan, where he scored 14 goals but struggled with injuries. Inter have already begun talks with Chelsea over extending Lukaku’s loan deal for a second season, but the Premier League side would prefer a permanent sale. AC Milan are now considering a move for Lukaku and hope to sign him alongside Marcus Thuram, who is available on a free transfer from Borussia Monchengladbach, as part of their new-look attack. Chelsea are reportedly looking to sell Lukaku this summer and reinvest the funds in their squad.