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Monaco targets Romelu Lukaku amid departure rumors for Balogun

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 9:45 AM

Last updated Aug 7, 2026

Monaco targets Romelu Lukaku amid departure rumors for Balogun

Summary

AS Monaco is pursuing Napoli striker Romelu Lukaku, according to La Gazzetta dello Sport. The 33-year-old forward, who played only 64 minutes in a troubled season marred by injuries, is reportedly wanted as Folarin Balogun is expected to leave Monaco soon. Lukaku, coming off a World Cup where he scored three goals, prefers to continue his career in Europe, with a potential €10m transfer facilitated by a strained relationship with Napoli management. Atlanta United and Trabzonspor are also interested in Lukaku.

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•Monaco is interested in Romelu Lukaku from Napoli.
•Lukaku has struggled this season due to injuries.
•Folarin Balogun may leave Monaco soon.
•Lukaku scored three goals in the recent World Cup.
•Atlanta United and Trabzonspor are also pursuing Lukaku.

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9:45 AMYahoo Sports — Monaco launch pursuit of Napoli striker Romelu Lukaku

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AS Monaco are reportedly interested in Napoli’s Romelo Lukaku (33), according to information from La Gazzetta dello Sport. Major League Soccer side Atlanta United and Turkish club Trabzonspor are al...
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