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Romelu Lukaku joins Fenerbahce from Napoli in emotional transfer

3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 10:30 PM

Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Romelu Lukaku joins Fenerbahce from Napoli in emotional transfer
Summary

Romelu Lukaku has signed with Turkish club Fenerbahce, moving from Napoli. The Belgian striker's transfer fee and contract duration have not been disclosed. Lukaku, 33, struggled with injuries last season, appearing in only seven matches for Napoli. He expressed excitement about returning to Turkey, where he lived as a child. This marks Lukaku's return to Turkish football after having played there in his youth. He is the second former Manchester United player to join Fenerbahce this summer, following Mason Greenwood's transfer from Marseille.

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  • •Lukaku joins Fenerbahce after leaving Napoli.
  • •He made only seven appearances last season.
  • •The transfer fee remains undisclosed.
  • •Lukaku previously lived in Turkey during his childhood.
  • •Fenerbahce seeks to end a title drought since 2014.
Latest Updates
  • 10:30 PMYahoo Sports — Lukaku seals 'emotional' move to Fenerbahce
  • 10:26 PMBBC Sport — Lukaku seals 'emotional' move to Fenerbahce
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Belgium striker Romelu Lukaku has joined Turkish side Fenerbahce from Napoli for an undisclosed fee and contract length.

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Belgium striker Romelu Lukaku has joined Turkish side Fenerbahce from Napoli for an undisclosed fee and contract length.

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