Anderlecht fans face disappointment: Romelu Lukaku appears to have finalized a transfer to Fenerbahçe. According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, negotiations between the Turkish club and Napoli are in a decisive phase, with an agreement in principle. The Belgian striker is set to sign a two-year contract worth approximately ten million euros per year, including bonuses.
What does this mean for Lukaku?
Fenerbahçe offers Lukaku a lucrative contract and the chance to compete at the highest European level again. The Turkish club is still active in the Champions League qualifiers and won the third-round first leg 2-0. For Lukaku, who made his breakthrough at Anderlecht, this is an attractive alternative.
Why is Lukaku leaving Napoli?
Napoli wants to let Lukaku go due to his high salary, approximately eleven million euros gross per season. His departure will allow the Italian champions to reduce wage costs and create space for new signings. His agent, Federico Pastorello, is already in Naples to finalize the details.
What does this mean for Anderlecht?
For Anderlecht, this is a setback. Many fans hoped Lukaku would return to the Astridpark this summer. The club finished fourth in the Jupiler Pro League last season, with 25 points and a goal difference of +4. An immediate return now seems unlikely, but fans still hope for a comeback in the future.
What happens next?
If the deal with Fenerbahçe is completed in the next 24 hours, Lukaku’s return to Anderlecht this summer is officially off the table. Fans still hope he will eventually return to the Lotto Park. Anderlecht’s next match is on February 13, 2027, against KV Mechelen, which finished sixth last season.
