![Blessé à une cuisse lors de la préparation estivale, Lukaku, 32 ans, n'a fait son retour en compétition qu'en janvier. [© NICOLAS TUCAT / AFP]](/cdn-cgi/image/onerror=redirect,width=640,height=640,format=webp/https://storage.googleapis.com/uploads.mongoosehq.com/url/media/118729088/35358c1816c4055657606398112bad78962629b6ac47ebbb79ce9d6dfd71b2b5)
Overview
- Lukaku said recent exams in Belgium found inflammation and fluid in his hip flexor near a scar.
- He explained he is staying in Belgium to rehabilitate until he feels fully fit to play for Napoli.
- The striker withdrew from Belgium’s friendlies against the United States and Mexico while he recovers.
- Italian outlets reported that Napoli did not authorize the treatment plan and may sanction him, which the club has not confirmed publicly.
- He called this season difficult after a preseason thigh injury and a family bereavement, noting he returned in January and has played seven matches with one goal.