Romelu Lukaku Bolingoli is a Belgian professional footballer who plays as a striker for Serie A club Napoli and the Belgium national team. Born on 13 May 1993, Lukaku has had a distinguished career marked by numerous achievements and milestones both at the club and international levels.
Main Milestones
Birth
13 May 1993
Romelu Lukaku was born in Antwerp, Belgium, marking the beginning of a journey that would see him become one of the most prolific strikers in modern football.
Professional Debut
2009
Lukaku made his professional debut for Anderlecht at the age of 16, quickly establishing himself as a promising talent in Belgian football.
International Debut
2010
Lukaku made his international debut for Belgium in a friendly match against Croatia, signaling the start of a successful international career.
Early Club Career
2011-2014
Lukaku played for Chelsea and had loan spells at West Bromwich Albion and Everton, gaining valuable experience in the Premier League.
Everton Success
2014-2017
Lukaku joined Everton permanently and became a key player, scoring 68 goals in 141 appearances and earning several individual awards.
Manchester United
2017-2019
Lukaku moved to Manchester United, scoring 28 goals in 66 appearances and helping the team reach the FA Cup final.
Inter Milan Success
2019-2021
Lukaku joined Inter Milan and played a crucial role in winning the Serie A title in 2020-21, scoring 47 goals in 72 appearances.
Return to Chelsea and Loans
2021-2024
Lukaku returned to Chelsea but had loan spells at Inter Milan and Roma, continuing to score consistently in Serie A.
Napoli
2024-Present
Lukaku joined Napoli, continuing his career in Serie A and aiming to add more titles to his impressive resume.
FIFA World Cup Appearances
2014 and 2018
Lukaku played in the 2014 and 2018 FIFA World Cups, scoring four goals in the 2018 tournament and helping Belgium reach the semi-finals.
UEFA European Championships
2016 and 2020
Lukaku participated in the 2016 and 2020 UEFA European Championships, further cementing his status as a key player for Belgium.
