Lukaku to return to Napoli training on Monday
Romelu Lukaku is set to return to Napoli's training on Monday after facing disciplinary action for leaving Italy without permission. The Belgian striker chose to treat his injury in Belgium instead of returning to Italy following the international break in March. Napoli's sporting director Giovanni Manna expressed dissatisfaction with Lukaku's actions, emphasizing that team interests and discipline take precedence over individual behavior. With only five games left in the season, Lukaku's future at the club remains uncertain due to his recent conduct and limited playing time.
Belgium national team forward Romelu Lukaku has been fined by Napoli management for traveling to his homeland without authorization. Instead of returning to Italy after the March international break, the player preferred to treat his injury in Belgium. Goal.com reports on the matter.
According to Italian publications, the 32-year-old striker will return to Naples on Monday to join training sessions. Lukaku has not met face-to-face with head coach Antonio Conte since the end of March and sought independent medical assistance, bypassing the supervision of club doctors.
Club sporting director Giovanni Manna did not hide his dissatisfaction with the player's behavior. He emphasized that the interests of the team and discipline stand above any individual.
Due to injuries, Lukaku has played only 64 minutes this season, managing to score one goal.
Conte had personally requested the purchase of the striker from Chelsea for 30 million euros. However, the player's arbitrary actions and poor results are casting doubt on his future with the team.
Lukaku is expected to return to the squad with five matches remaining in the season.
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