Romelu Lukaku is set to join Fenerbahçe after the Turkish club reached a full agreement with Napoli for a permanent transfer. The deal is worth over €6m plus add-ons, according to Fabrizio Romano. Lukaku has already agreed to personal terms and the clubs are currently checking the final paperwork.
The move marks a significant exit for Napoli, who are already looking to reinvest the funds. The Italian side have made contact with Arsenal regarding a potential move for Gabriel Jesus, according to Ben Jacobs. This development follows a new bid revealed last night that finally broke the deadlock between the two clubs.
Fenerbahçe have moved quickly to secure the Belgian international. The fee is reported to be around £5.1m in British currency, according to Sports Mole. While the agreement is currently verbal, the “green light” has been given for the striker to travel once the documents are signed.
The deal
- Fee: Over €6m (Fabrizio Romano)
- Add-ons: Included in deal (Ben Jacobs)
- Stage: Paperwork being checked today (Fabrizio Romano)
- Terms: Personal terms fully agreed (Fabrizio Romano)
Lukaku’s departure from Italy comes as Napoli prepare for a new era under their current management. The club recently provided a medical update on Marianucci, according to SSC Napoli, but the focus remains on the first-team squad overhaul. The Belgian striker is considered one of the most expensive players in history regarding cumulative fees, according to Transfer Market.
What happens next
The clubs will finalise the exchange of documents throughout the afternoon. Lukaku is expected to undergo a medical in Istanbul shortly after the paperwork is verified. Napoli will then likely accelerate their pursuit of Arsenal forward Gabriel Jesus to fill the void.
Related Articles:
Confirmed transfers: every done deal of the summer window
Shea Charles joins Fulham: record-breaking £30m deal confirmed
Gabriel Jesus slammed by fans for seemingly pushing Wolves star to the floor during heated exchange
Ben Black on Working with Ronaldo, Haaland, Mbappe & Football’s Biggest Names
Maghnes Akliouche joins PSG: €50m deal confirmed — Official
Morgan Gibbs-White named as Michael Olise replacement — Christian Falk
Related Articles:
Confirmed transfers: every done deal of the summer window
Shea Charles joins Fulham: record-breaking £30m deal confirmed
Gabriel Jesus slammed by fans for seemingly pushing Wolves star to the floor during heated exchange
Ben Black on Working with Ronaldo, Haaland, Mbappe & Football’s Biggest Names
Maghnes Akliouche joins PSG: €50m deal confirmed — Official
Morgan Gibbs-White named as Michael Olise replacement — Christian Falk
