Lukaku joins Fenerbahçe from Napoli
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Belgian striker Romelu Lukaku has officially joined Turkish club Fenerbahçe after reaching a transfer agreement with Napoli.
- Lukaku expressed his happiness and honor to join the club, citing its magnificent history and strong team.
- Fenerbahçe recently qualified for the Champions League qualifiers and will begin their Turkish league season against Genclerbirligi.
Romelu Lukaku embarks on a new chapter in his career, officially becoming a Fenerbahçe player after agreeing to a transfer from Napoli. The Istanbul club announced the deal, marking a significant move for the Belgian striker.
It is a great honor and a privilege for me to join your club and be part of such a magnificent club with such a glorious history. Honestly, we have a great team and I am very happy to be part of such a solid team.
Lukaku shared his excitement and pride in joining the Turkish giants, stating in a club-released video, "It is a great honor and a privilege for me to join your club and be part of such a magnificent club with such a glorious history." He added, "Honestly, we have a great team and I am very happy to be part of such a solid team." The striker pledged to work hard in training to contribute to the team's success, declaring himself "one hundred percent ready to go out on the field."
I will work hard every training session to be able to help the team in the best way possible. I am one hundred percent ready to go out on the field.
The move holds personal significance for Lukaku, as he lived in Turkey as a child with his father. "My return will be a very special and emotional moment. I am proud that this is happening with Fenerbahçe," he stated. His arrival comes as Fenerbahçe recently secured a spot in the Champions League qualifying final round after a 0-1 victory against Sturm Graz. They are set to face Olympique de Lyon for a place in the competition proper and will kick off their domestic league campaign this Saturday against Genclerbirligi.
My return will be a very special and emotional moment. I am proud that this is happening with Fenerbahçe.
Originally published by ABC Color in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.