Blockbuster Transfer News: Lukaku Secures Sensational Move to Serie A Giants Roma on Exciting Loan Deal!

Romelu Lukaku has joined Roma from Chelsea on a season-long loan.

The move is a straight loan with a fee worth between £7m to £8m depending on performance-related conditions.

Roma has agreed to cover Lukaku's salary for the rest of his Chelsea contract, following his acceptance of a reduced wage. Additionally, his contract includes a release clause estimated at around £38m.

Lukaku links up with former Chelsea head coach Jose Mourinho, who took Roma to the Europa League final last season.

Twitter

Due to your consent preferences, you’re not able to view this.

Open Privacy Options

Roma officials Ryan Friedkin and Tiago Pinto journeyed to London over the weekend for in-person negotiations with Chelsea regarding a prospective deal to transfer Lukaku to the Italian capital for the upcoming season.

Following a contentious interview where Lukaku expressed his discontent under former head coach Thomas Tuchel, the striker spent the previous season on loan at Inter Milan.

The striker was eager to go back to Italy and specifically chose Rome because of his strong inclination to collaborate with Mourinho once more. Juventus engaged in discussions with Chelsea regarding Lukaku's transfer earlier this summer, while Inter also expressed interest in bringing the Belgian international back to Italy.

Follow the summer transfer window with Sky Sports

Keep up to date with all the latest transfer news and rumours in our dedicated Transfer Centre blog on We' digital platforms. You can also catch up with the ins, outs and analysis on We News.