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Romelu Lukaku

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Explore the career timeline of Belgian footballer Romelu Lukaku, from his early days at Anderlecht to his journey across top European clubs like Chelsea, Manchester United, Inter Milan, and his performances in international competitions with Belgium. Discover key milestones, transfers, and achievements in Lukaku’s illustrious football career.

Born May 13, 1993
Known as Athlete
Antwerp, Belgium
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FRI · 01 SEP 2023

Transfer to AS Roma

Romelu Lukaku joined AS Roma on loan from Chelsea FC on September 1, 2023. This move to Roma was orchestrated by José Mourinho, the club's manager, who had previously managed Lukaku at both Chelsea and Manchester United. Lukaku's move was seen as a continuation of his career in Serie A, where he had previously enjoyed significant success.

WED · 29 JUN 2022

Loan move to Inter Milan

On June 29, 2022, Romelu Lukaku rejoined Inter Milan on a season-long loan from Chelsea FC. This move came after a challenging season at Chelsea, where Lukaku faced difficulties in finding consistent form. The return to Inter was seen as an opportunity for Lukaku to rediscover his best form at a club where he had previously enjoyed great success.

THU · 12 AUG 2021

Return to Chelsea FC

Romelu Lukaku returned to Chelsea FC on August 12, 2021, for a club record transfer fee of £97.5 million from Inter Milan. This marked Lukaku's return to the Premier League, where he aimed to establish himself as a leading striker after a highly successful spell at Inter Milan. His transfer was one of the most talked-about moves of the summer.

THU · 08 AUG 2019

Lukaku joins Inter Milan

On August 8, 2019, Romelu Lukaku transferred from Manchester United to Inter Milan for a club record fee of €80 million. Lukaku's move to Italy was a significant step in his career as he sought a new challenge in Serie A. He quickly established himself as one of the league's top strikers and played a crucial role in Inter Milan's successes.

MON · 10 JUL 2017

Transfer to Manchester United

Romelu Lukaku completed a high-profile transfer to Manchester United on July 10, 2017, for an initial fee of £75 million, possibly rising to £90 million with add-ons. This transfer made Lukaku one of the most expensive football players at the time, and he was seen as a key acquisition for United to bolster their attack.

WED · 30 JUL 2014

Permanent transfer to Everton FC

On July 30, 2014, after his successful loan spell, Romelu Lukaku transferred permanently to Everton FC for a club record fee of £28 million. This move solidified his role as a key player for Everton, where he continued to impress with his goal-scoring prowess in the Premier League over the following seasons.

TUE · 30 JUL 2013

Loan to Everton FC

Romelu Lukaku joined Everton FC on a season-long loan from Chelsea on July 30, 2013. During his time at Everton, Lukaku became a fan favorite and showcased his scoring ability, finishing the 2013-2014 Premier League season with 15 goals, prompting Everton to eventually sign him permanently the following year for a club record fee.

THU · 18 AUG 2011

Lukaku signs with Chelsea FC

On August 18, 2011, Romelu Lukaku signed with English club Chelsea FC from Anderlecht for a reported transfer fee of approximately £20 million. This move to the English Premier League was a significant step in Lukaku's career, although he spent much of his Chelsea tenure on loan at other clubs to gain experience and playing time.

SUN · 24 MAY 2009

Lukaku makes professional debut with Anderlecht

At just 16 years old, Romelu Lukaku made his professional debut for Anderlecht on May 24, 2009. He quickly demonstrated his potential by becoming the top scorer in the Belgian Pro League in the 2009-2010 season, with 15 goals. This achievement put him on the radar of top European clubs and marked the beginning of his professional football career.

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THU · 13 MAY 1993

Birth of Romelu Lukaku

Romelu Lukaku was born on May 13, 1993, in Antwerp, Belgium. Lukaku was born into a family with a strong footballing background. His father, Roger Lukaku, was a professional footballer who played in Belgium. Romelu Lukaku showed an early interest in football and was enrolled in a local football academy at a young age. His talent was apparent from an early age, setting the stage for a promising career.

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