Chelsea receives Lukaku back from King in a transfer deal.
The long-awaited decision regarding Romelu Lukaku's return to Chelsea FC was made last Thursday. The Blues paid hefty sum of £115 million to Italian champions, Inter Milan, to bring in the Belgian striker. He will now be returning to Stamford Bridge as an accomplished top-scorer. Can he meet the high expectations and how will this impact other members of the team, including his fellow Belgians?
Chelsea's massive transfer - the second costliest this summer
Last season, Lukaku showcased his might, and played a significant role in Inter Milan's championship win. The Belgian scored an impressive 24 goals, finishing just behind Cristiano Ronaldo in the race for the top scorer's crown. Despite their best efforts, Inter couldn't keep their best player, and were forced to sell him due to financial constraints. Now, Lukaku gets a chance to compete with the best players in the Premier League and help Chelsea win the Premier League.
Lukaku's second stint at Chelsea
With expectations of Lukaku sky-high, Timo Werner and Chelsea fans are eager to see if the Belgian can live up to the hype. The former Inter striker had just begun his career with Chelsea, but he didn't meet expectations and was eventually sold. However, after being loaned to West Brom and then Everton, Lukaku excelled and Everton paid a whopping £35 million to secure his services.
After his impressive stint with Everton, Lukaku moved to their league rivals Manchester United for a massive £74 million transfer fee. Unfortunately, Lukaku couldn't find his stride at United and was eventually sold to Italy, where he made a remarkable impact for Inter Milan, scoring 24 goals.
Career milestones of Lukaku
Lukaku's journey began at Anderlecht, when he moved to Chelsea FC at 18, in spite of being a burly forward. But, his first season with Chelsea wasn't great, and with heavy competition in the squad, he was loaned to West Brom and then Everton. Despite his struggles, Everton paid a then-hefty £35 million to sign him permanently.
From Everton, Lukaku went on to join league rivals Manchester United for a whopping £85 million transfer. His time at United was short-lived, and he was sold to Italy the following season, making it a lucrative deal for Inter Milan, earning them a transfer profit of €41 million on top of the £74 million they paid for him.
Lukaku, the most expensive player in history
Lukaku's recent move has created quite the buzz, becoming the most expensive player in football history, moving the record from Neymar. The transfer fee of £115 million has taken Lukaku's total transfer value to an astounding €327.56 million. With several successful moves under his belt, it's hard to imagine how much more valuable he might become in the future.
£115 million transfer - implications for Werner and Havertz
The signing of Lukaku sends a clear message from Chelsea - they're not happy with their current central forward. Werner, who had a less-than-impressive debut season with the Blues, appears to be lacking the composure he showed under Julian Nagelsmann at Leipzig. What will this mean for the rest of Chelsea's roster, particularly Werner and Havertz?
Werner's future at Chelsea
Thomas Tuchel needs to make a decision. Lukaku is touted to be the answer to Chelsea's issue at the center forward position, which might mean trouble for Werner's future at the club. His performance in the Premier League has been far from spectacular and Werner's days at the Bridge could be numbered.
Havertz's role in the Londoners' squad
With the arrival of Lukaku, Timo Werner and Havertz could both find their roles changing. Havertz, who initially signed for a whopping £72 million and played a versatile role at Chelsea, might be expected to play a more attacking role in the coming season.
In conclusion, Lukaku's story seems like a rollercoaster ride. From losing his place at Anderlecht, to being unable to make an impact in his first stint with Chelsea FC, to eventually becoming the most expensive player in history, it's been an interesting journey. Not to mention, with another move under his belt, the Belgian is set to rewrite the records.
What's left to be seen, however, is whether his second stint at Stamford Bridge will yield greater success or if he'll be yet another expensive misadventure. Only time will tell.
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For the native of Stuttgart, the upcoming season won't be a cakewalk. After a club shells out a whopping 115 million euros for a new player, that individual will undoubtedly become a star player. However, Thomas Tuchel isn't known for utilizing a front two. This means Werner might struggle to secure playing time in the center. He'll only have one position left on the wing, which is not his preferred choice. The accelerated 25-year-old is in for a tough season filled with intense competition. With fewer minutes on the field, it's shaping up to be a pivotal season for the former Leipzig star.
What are the implications for the other forward players?
The departure of Olivier Giroud to AC Milan is already confirmed. Along with Tammy Abraham and Michy Batshuayi, Chelsea has two more typical center forwards likely to exit. The Englishman Abraham is already quite popular with several Premier League clubs, so a transfer is soon on the horizon. But Batshuayi's prospects are less certain. He has a decent chance of remaining as a third center forward in the squad. Nonetheless, it's unlikely someone will pay for him.
Meanwhile, Kai Havertz isn't in any immediate danger of losing his place. Under Tuchel, Havertz frequently played in a forward position with remarkable results. In Tuchel's 3-4-2-1 formation, the former Dortmund man has various positions he can command, such as the two half-forwards behind the striker. Moreover, Havertz feels comfortable playing as a central midfielder. While there won't be drastic changes for him, Werner and company are facing significant alterations. We'll soon find out which striker bids farewell to Stamford Bridge and the role Werner plays in the upcoming season.
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