Chelsea-owned striker Romelu Lukaku wants to stay at Inter Milan despite a huge cash offer on the table from Al-Hilal.
This according to today’s print edition of Rome-based newspaper Corriere dello Sport, via FCInterNews, who report that the Belgian will reject the Saudi Pro League’s offer as his only priority is staying in Europe, and particularly at the Nerazzurri.
At the moment, Lukaku’s future is not certain.
His loan spell at Inter ends at the end of this month. Nerazzurri CEO Beppe Marotta has already confirmed that Lukaku will return to Stamford Bridge when his loan ends.
Then, the two clubs will have to see if they can agree a new deal.
Inter and Chelsea will hold a meeting soon to discuss whether another loan move is possible for next season.
However, the 30-year-old also has another possibility to consider. Saudi Pro League club Al-Hilal have reportedly made Lukaku a huge cash offer.
Lukaku could earn in excess of €20 million per season if he decides to leave European football behind.
Romelu Lukaku Wants Inter Milan Stay & Will Reject Al-Hilal Offer
According to the Corriere, however, Lukaku would have absolutely no intention of leaving Europe this summer.
The Belgian still believes that he has plenty left to give at the highest level.
Furthermore, Lukaku still feels that Inter is where he belongs.
The Belgian had really pushed to make his shock return to the San Siro on loan from Chelsea happen last summer. And, this season, whilst injuries have hindered his momentum significantly, Lukaku did finish the campaign with a flurry.
Furthermore, Inter coach Simone Inzaghi wants to keep hold of Lukaku.
The 47-year-old sees the striker as an important element of plans to try and wrestle back the Serie A title next season.
Accordingly, Lukaku only wants one thing – f0r Inter and Chelsea to agree another loan deal.
