Romelu Lukaku joins Fenerbahce on permanent transfer from Napoli
Romelu Lukaku has left Napoli to join Fenerbahce on a permanent deal, bringing an end to his second spell at the Italian club. The Belgian striker moves to Turkey, where he will look to revive his career in the Süper Lig. The transfer was completed ahead of the new season, with Fenerbahce securing one of the most high-profile strikers in European football. Napoli, meanwhile, move on from a player whose time at the club was marked by inconsistency.
Read the full story at nytimes.comLukaku's move to Fenerbahce represents a significant statement of intent from the Turkish club, adding a proven goalscorer with top-level experience across the Premier League, Serie A, and international football. For Napoli, the departure frees up wage space and a forward slot, though questions remain about their attacking depth. For Lukaku, this is another fresh start after a nomadic recent career, and his adaptation to the Süper Lig will be closely watched as a benchmark for the league's growing prestige.
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