Lukaku's Napoli exit looms as clubs vie in silence

Romelu Lukaku’s future at Napoli has become clear: the Belgian striker refuses to accept a backup role to Hojlund, and the club, eager to shed his €8.5 million net salary, is preparing for his departure after two seasons with the Italian side, both parties acknowledge the split is inevitable.

In recent weeks, Atlanta United has been mentioned as a possible destination, ready to offer Lukaku a very lucrative contract. However, the MLS move does not appear to excite the striker, who says he wants to remain in European football to compete at a high level.

Turkish side Trabzonspor has also shown interest, but Lukaku was not fully convinced, prompting the club to explore other options, including one that could lead to Salah.

Lukaku Atlanta United in race with Trabzonspor as Napoli confirm exit

Monaco has initiated early contacts and may make a decisive move in the coming days, though negotiations remain highly confidential. Both parties agree that after two seasons, Lukaku’s future will be far from Napoli.

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Napoli’s decision to part ways will relieve the club of the €8.5 million net wage and open a place for a new striker in the upcoming campaign. The split was reached without particular tensions between player and club.