Romelu Lukaku
Chelsea back to winning ways after 3-1 Southampton victory
Chelsea have returned to winning ways after they claimed a 3-1 victory over Southampton at Stamford Bridge this Saturday. James Ward-Prowse’s second-half penalty neutralised the Blues’ early advantage but late strikes from Timo Werner and Ben Chilwell ensured three points for the hosts. The London side suffered defeats in their previous two matches against Manchester City and Juventus in the Premier League and Champions League respectively. However, they have grabbed a brilliant victory now to climb to the top of the table. The Pensioners started well and found themselves ahead in the ninth minute when Trevoh Chalobah notched a goal through a brilliant header. Star forward Romelu Lukaku seemed to have doubled the lead, only for the offside flag to deny the Bel...
Saturday’s football accumulator tips – 8/1 football Acca
Ahead of another packed Saturday of football, our betting expert looks at the pick of the games, shares a six-fold football Acca, and details on how to get a £30 Free Bet at Boyle Sports. Borussia Dortmund vs Augsburg Burnley vs Norwich Chelsea vs Southampton Sassuolo vs Inter Milan RB Leipzig vs Bochum Arouca vs Sporting Lisbon Betting on the teams listed in bold above at Boyle Sports provides approximate odds of 8/1 – and the potential for a return of £91.70 on a £10 bet. Click to bet our 8/1 football ACCA at Boyle Sports Saturday’s Football Accumulator Tips Borussia Dortmund vs Augsburg – Dortmund to win at 2/9 Borussia Dortmund have begun their domestic campaign in typically assured fashion. After six games the perennial league contenders find themselves in 4th place, ha...
Rival manager believes 28-yr-old Chelsea ace could have a big impact on the title race
Chelsea signed Belgian international Romelu Lukaku on a club-record deal during the summer transfer window and the 28-year-old has made an impressive start in the Premier League. Lukaku scored in his first game back in the Premier League against Arsenal and Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer believes that the 28-year-old could have a massive impact on the title race. According to a report from the Sun, Solskjaer has told his players that they are a better group than the team that won the treble for Manchester United back in 1999. The Norwegian also believes that the arrival of Cristiano Ronaldo could help Manchester United end their title drought this season. Apparently, the Old Trafford boss rates Chelsea’s chances of challenging for the title higher than the likes of Manchest...
‘I’m ready’: Chelsea star sends message to Thomas Tuchel ahead of Arsenal clash
Chelsea’s record signing Romelu Lukaku has said that he is ready to make his second debut when they face Arsenal on the road on Sunday. The Belgium international rejoined the Blues from Inter Milan for £97.5 million earlier this month, but he has been absent for recent games due to quarantine. He has been involved in full training with his teammates this week, and he could at least make the matchday squad for the London derby against the Gunners. Speaking in a special press conference, Lukaku said that he is delighted to have joined the European champions, and he has the hunger to keep winning trophies at the club. He said: “I’m really happy to be here, and it’s a good feeling to be joining the European champions. The guys are hungry for more, and they want to keep winning.” “In train...
Scout Report: How Lukaku can unlock Premier League title for Chelsea
This transfer window keeps getting crazier and crazier. Just days after Manchester City smashed the British transfer record to sign Jack Grealish, Chelsea have come very close to matching it as they have signed Romelu Lukaku for roughly £97.4 million. He has put pen to paper on a -year contract reportedly worth over £10m plus bonuses per year. Welcome home, @RomeluLukaku9. 💙#LukWhosBack pic.twitter.com/P43CAIVqfU — Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) August 12, 2021 The 28-year-old forward spent his childhood days in various clubs based in Antwerp, his birthplace, before moving to Anderlecht’s youth academy. He made his league debut at the age of just 16, after signing his first professional contract 13 days before his birthday. In two full seasons in the Belgian top-flight, Lukaku t...
Thomas Tuchel comments on Romelu Lukaku and Tammy Abraham ahead of Villarreal clash
Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel was asked about Romelu Lukaku and Tammy Abraham ahead of the European Super Cup clash against Villarreal on Wednesday. The Blues ended last season on a strong note with the Champions League trophy, and they now have the chance to win another piece of silverware at Windsor Park. Ahead of the game, Tuchel was asked about the impending arrival of Lukaku, but he refused to confirm the transfer agreement or speak about the striker. He said: “I am absolutely not in the position to announce anything, and I will maybe refuse to talk about players who are not at Chelsea, as we are also in a matchday mindset. “This is not the moment for personal discussions of our squad.” Elsewhere, Abraham has been tipped to head for the exit door. Roma are reported to have alread...
Chelsea confident of signing Serie A star with 40 goal contributions last season – report
Chelsea are confident of signing Inter Milan striker Romelu Lukaku with a final bid, reputed journalist Fabrizio Romano claims. The Blues have been locked in negotiations with the Nerazzurri for the Belgian. They recently submitted an £85 million offer plus Marcos Alonso that was rejected. Inter prefer a straight cash deal for a reported fee of around £102m. It is now reported that the Blues are confident of landing the marksman in the next few days. Sportslens view: The west London giants have been impressive in pre-season, but there has been a similar situation up front with their tendency to squander clear-cut chances. Lukaku, who bagged 30 goals and 10 assists last term, would provide an ideal solution for manager Thomas Tuchel as the club look to mount a title challenge. The Belg...
Report: Chelsea agree deal to sign £195k-per-week star, club expect to complete move by Sunday night
Chelsea have reached an agreement to sign Romelu Lukaku from Inter Milan this summer, according to The Athletic. The Blues have agreed a deal worth a club record €115 million (£97.5m) to re-sign their former striker. The Belgium international is expected to sign a five-year contract worth around €12-13 million-a-year, (about £195,000-per-week after tax), which will make him the highest earner at Stamford Bridge. Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano has also provided an update on Twitter supporting The Athletic’s story. Romelu Lukaku to Chelsea, confirmed and here we go! The agreement is set to be completed after further talks. €115m to Inter and no players included. Paperworks to be signed once details are fixed. 🔵🤝 #CFC Lukaku will sign a long-term contract for €12...
Chelsea need to up their bid by £17m to land their top summer target – report
Chelsea are locked in negotiations with Inter Milan over the transfer of Belgian striker Romelu Lukaku, Sky Sports reports. The Blues are eager to land an elite centre-forward this summer, and Lukaku has emerged as their prime transfer target. They recently made an £85 million offer with Marcos Alonso acting as a makeweight, but the proposal was rejected by Inter. The Serie A champions prefer a straight-cash deal for the 28-year-old. They are prepared to sell the striker to the Blues for £102m. Sportslens view: Earlier in June, Lukaku highlighted that he was happy at Inter and would continue to play for them under new head coach Simone Inzaghi. However, he appears to have changed his stance over the past few days after learning about the Blues’ interest in re-signing him. Thomas Tuche...
Sky journalist: Chelsea need to pay €20m more to sign Premier League proven star – report
Chelsea could land the signature of Inter Milan striker with an improved offer of €120 million plus Marcos Alonso, Sky Sport Italy’s Angelo Mangiante reports. The Blues recently made a bid of €100m plus Alonso for the Belgian, but the transfer proposal was immediately rejected by the Nerazzurri. The San Siro outfit consider Lukaku as a key player, but it is reported that a €20m increase would convince the Nerazzurri to sanction his sale. Lukaku has repeatedly said he is happy at the Serie A champions, but he has yet to say no to a potential return to the west London giants. Sportslens view: Lukaku was hugely influential for the Nerazzurri last season, registering 30 goals and 10 assists from 44 appearances in all competitions. He helped Inter lift the Scudetto after 11 years...
Romelu Lukaku backed to succeed Robert Lewandowski at Bayern Munich
Former Belgium striker Emile Mpenza has tipped Romelu Lukaku to succeed Robert Lewandowski at Bayern Munich. The 28-year-old has excelled at Inter, scoring 64 goals in just 95 matches since joining the Serie A side from Manchester United in 2019. The forward has a similar record for the national team, having struck 63 times in 96 caps for the Rode Duivels, including three at Euro 2020. Mpenza has been amazed by the ex-Chelsea and Anderlecht player’s development and believes Bayern would be smart to look at him if they need to replace Poland sensation Lewandowski following his 48-goal campaign in Germany. “Romelu’s strength in a duel and his speed are outstanding. That makes it so difficult for the defenders against him,” Mpenza told Sport Bild. “If they go into a duel with him, he uses his...
‘I feel good’: £90 million-rated star speaks about his future amid reported Chelsea interest
Inter Milan striker Romelu Lukaku has spoken about his future with the club amid interest from former club Chelsea. The Belgium international had a superb 2020/21 campaign for the Nerazzurri, registering 30 goals from 44 appearances across all competitions. 24 of those came in the Serie A as the San Siro giants ended Juventus’ nine-year dominance, winning the Scudetto for the first time since 2010. Shortly after the title success, manager Antonio Conte opted to cut ties with Inter amid a disagreement over the transfer strategy this summer. It was recently reported that Lukaku could follow him through the exit door with strong interest from newly-crowned European champions Chelsea. The 28-year-old has now dismissed the speculation by confirming that he is staying. He added that he had a ‘ve...
