The Italian champions announced on Monday that Romelu Lukaku will miss Napoli’s opening game of their Serie A title defense because of a thigh injury that could keep the Belgium international out for months.
Lukaku had a “serious” tear in his left thigh during Thursday’s pre-season friendly against Olympiakos, according to a statement from Napoli, who will travel to promoted Sassuolo on Saturday.
Napoli provided no information regarding Lukaku’s potential suspension until November, but Italian media reported that the player might not play until November.
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Lukaku, 32, may need surgery, according to Napoli’s suggestion.
Lukaku scored 10 Serie A goals in addition to the 14 that he had already scored under Antonio Conte, which helped Napoli win their fourth league title last year.
Source: Channels TV
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