Romelu Lukaku’s agent has publicly ruled out the Belgian striker accepting a backup role at Napoli behind Danish forward Rasmus Hojlund, reigniting speculation about a potential transfer. Lukaku remains under contract with Napoli until June 2027, but his situation has grown complicated since Hojlund’s arrival on loan in 2025, initially intended to cover during a four-month injury absence for the Belgian. Napoli’s sporting director has indicated the club will evaluate Lukaku’s future after the striker returns from a scheduled vacation, pushing any resolution to the summer 2026 window. Besiktas and Ajax have both been linked with interest in the 32-year-old striker.
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