Lukaku Atlanta United in race with Trabzonspor as Napoli confirm exit

On a quiet training ground at SSC Napoli, the usual bustle was missing as Romelu Lukaku’s name echoed through the corridors. The club confirmed the striker will leave before the weekend, already out of Napoli’s plans and with Atlanta United and Trabzonspor circling as possible destinations.

Repubblica reported that Lukaku was absent from the training pitch, confirming his imminent departure. The club is actively working on the transfer.

Il entourage of Lukaku secured a few days’ permission from SSC Napoli before meeting Max Allegri and the squad, signalling a coordinated exit from the Italian side.

The striker said he wants to start the new season with a fresh team, insisting he can still make a difference and that he never imagined becoming Hojlund’s backup.

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SSC Napoli aims to free a net €8.5 million, framing the sale as part of a broader rejuvenation of the roster.

Atlanta United of the Stati Uniti is among several clubs in negotiations, with the MLS side showing concrete interest in acquiring the forward for the upcoming campaign.

Trabzonspor of Turchia has also lodged a request, but Lukaku reportedly finds the Turkish league less attractive and prefers a move elsewhere.

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Napoli values Lukaku at around €10 million, a figure that will steer talks with potential buyers.

The coming days are described as decisive, with both parties eager to seal a deal before the weekend deadline.