In today’s print edition, Corriere dello Sport have looked into how well Romelu Lukaku has acclimatised to his new surroundings following his Summer arrival from Manchester United.
“Lukaku only landed in the Nerazzurri universe not even 3 months ago but has already become an integral part of it and not just for the goals he scores,” the report begins.
“But also for the way in which he approached the new environment, for the enthusiasm shown in wanting to start the adventure, for his positivity and then also for the commitment and involvement in the games. but also from the bench, after a substitution: he never returns early in the locker room, but remains there to incite, to give advice, in any case to participate.
“In short, it is as if the Belgian, besides scoring, is now considered a leader. When a teammate scores, he is always among the first to celebrate. When he scores he always looks to embrace those around him or runs to the bench to celebrate with Conte.
It concludes: “A special relationship exists with the manager. Conte wanted Lukaku at all costs and has always defended him, even after a couple of lacklustre performances where criticism rained down on him.”