Chelsea Strike Deal: €40 Million Fee Agreed with European Giants for 14-Goal Star, Transfer Held Up
Juventus has reached an agreement with Chelsea to acquire Romelu Lukaku, but the transfer is contingent on Duan Vlahovi’s future.
According to a report by Calciomercato.it, Juventus are interested in signing Romelu Lukaku and have reached an agreement with Chelsea for the 30-year-old’s services. In addition to the €40 million that the Blues are seeking, Juventus are also prepared to offer the former Inter Milan forward €8 million per year.
Since the conclusion of last season, Lukaku’s future has been ambiguous, and it remains unclear where he will be at the start of next season. Duan Vlahovi’s uncertain future has caused Juventus to delay the transfer of the Belgian international despite having a contract in place with the player.
The Old Lady are willing to part ways with the 23-year-old forward during the current transfer window. In the winter of 2022, they acquired him from Fiorentina. But. Since moving to Turin, the Serbian international has had a difficult time.
He has fallen short of expectations, and they are prepared to sell him. However, they are seeking compensation close to €80 million. Although there is considerable interest in his services, no concrete proposals have yet been made. And it appears that he will likely remain at the club.
If Vlahovic remains with the Turin-based club, Juventus will not proceed with the transaction. Meanwhile, Inter Milan was also interested in signing him. Last season, while on loan at Inter, he contributed 14 goals and seven assists.
Simone Inzaghi desired his return to the club as a result of his outstanding performances. This time around, Inter was prepared to acquire him on a permanent basis and was in talks with Chelsea. However, they have lost interest in the 30-year-old after he met with rivals Juventus.
With Inter out of the running, it appears that Juventus is his only chance in Europe. Saudi Pro League clubs may therefore rekindle their interest in the Belgian international’s services.
Chelsea Strike Deal: €40 Million Fee Agreed with European Giants for 14-Goal Star, Transfer Held Up
