Lukaku Closer to Fenerbahçe, Napoli Seeking Around €10 Million

Romelu Lukaku is nearing a move to Fenerbahçe. The Belgian striker has reportedly agreed to the transfer to Turkey, opening the possibility of leaving Napoli during the current transfer window. While a contract agreement is a significant step, the deal is not yet finalized. Napoli and Fenerbahçe must reach an accord on the transfer fee, as an initial offer did not meet the Italian club's demands.

Lukaku Accepts Fenerbahçe's Proposal

Fenerbahçe has reportedly presented the player with a highly advantageous two-year contract. Lukaku has, in principle, accepted the Istanbul club's project, expressing a desire for a new experience after two seasons at Napoli. In Turkey, the Belgian would find an ambitious environment and a team built to compete both domestically and in European competitions. The attacking department already includes Vedat Muriqi, who returned to Fenerbahçe after his spell at Mallorca.

Lukaku's arrival would allow the Turkish club to field two physically strong center-forwards, using them as alternatives or, in certain situations, within the same offensive system.

Napoli Requests Approximately €10 Million

The main obstacle now lies in the agreement between the clubs. According to various reports, Napoli has rejected an initial offer below their valuation and continues to request a sum close to €10 million.

Lukaku's contract expires in June 2027. The remaining duration of the agreement prevents Napoli from demanding an excessively high amount, but the club does not intend to release the player on terms considered disadvantageous.

In July, Beşiktaş also showed interest. The picture reported by Football Italia already indicated €10 million as Napoli's valuation for authorizing the departure.

Sources do not completely agree on the identity of the club that made the previous €6 million offer; some accounts attribute it to Fenerbahçe, others to Beşiktaş. The central point, therefore, remains the gap between the initial offer and Napoli's request.