The experienced Portuguese coach, Jose Mourinho, succeeded in convincing the Belgian star, Lukaku, to join AS Roma during the recent summer transfer window.
A picture of Jose Mourinho's smile - Source: Al Oyoun Sports website
Lukaku joined the ranks of the Italian giants on loan from English club Chelsea, marking his second experience within Italian stadiums after his successful stint with Inter Milan.
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It is worth mentioning that Lukaku made his debut for AS Roma against AC Milan in a match that ended with Roma’s defeat by two goals to one on Friday, september 1, 2023.
It ends in a defeat at the Olimpico. #ASRoma | #RomaMilan pic.twitter.com/fGkGJIKOv3
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The famous British newspaper, The Independent, discussed the behind-the-scenes details of the conversation between Mourinho and Lukaku. Mourinho reportedly told the Belgian star, “We have a good team, but we need a champion.”
The source confirmed that this conversation was one of the main reasons for Lukaku’s move to AS Roma, as the Belgian player was considering the possibility of joining the historic Italian football champion, Juventus.
The newspaper added that Mourinho had requested Roma officials to travel directly to London to secure the loan signing of Lukaku from Chelsea.
