Lukaku's injury is sure to have a big impact on the title race, as the former Chelsea player was one of the most important players on Napoli's march to their fourth Scudetto during the 2024-25 season thanks not only to his goals,

Napoli have entered the race to sign Manchester United striker Rasmus Hojlund after suffering a major injury blow on the eve of the new campaign. Romelu Lukaku, the former Man Utd forward, is set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines after sustaining a thigh injury in Napoli’s final pre-season friendly against Olympiacos at the weekend.

Napoli says striker Romelu Lukaku may require surgery after sustaining a left thigh injury during a preseason friendly.