A few months ago Romelu Lukaku looked like the perfect signing for Thomas Tuchel and his Chelsea side.
Brought back to Stamford Bridge after bagging 30 goals and 10 assists in 44 games for Inter, the towering striker was deemed the final piece of the puzzle for the new Chelsea manager as he looked to bounce back in the Premier League and wrestle the league title out of Manchester City’s hands.
However, six months on and things haven’t gone to plan at all. Lukaku isn’t scoring, the club aren’t winning and it seems as though Chelsea’s once-heralded striker could now be nothing more than a busted flush.
A waste of money… so far
The biggest problem with Lukaku to date is that he simply hasn’t lived up to the billing as a Chelsea star player.
Signed for no less than £103.5 million, the Belgium international was the most expensive Chelsea signing ever and the fourth most expensive in Premier League history.
However, since making the move to Stamford Bridge, Lukaku has managed just seven goals and two assists in 18 appearances.
When we break that down based on the minutes he’s played to date, it works out at just 0.72 goals or assists per 90. Which is less than Timo Werner’s average of 0.74 per 90 minutes.
Not what Chelsea needed
While Chelsea fans will be hugely disgruntled at Lukaku’s remarks about returning to the club, there may be some truth in the player pointing out that he’s being misused by Tuchel in the club’s current tactics.
Last season Lukaku played as a poacher or a mobile No.9 for Inter to great effect, as mentioned above.
However, this time around, while Lukaku is very much still a poacher in the box, he’s also being asked to do a lot more running and tasked with closing down opposing defenders.
Such a role makes perfect sense in Tuchel’s system - which ultimately won Chelsea the Champions League - but it isn’t exactly what Lukaku does best. Which raises all sorts of questions as to why the club signed the striker in the first place if a more mobile and selfless forward would have slotted into the manager’s tactics far easier.
TryNuell
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grealish performance is great tho
great please how you're just being blinder by media favouritism
Only1Marvis
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Kane wanted out to Man City he said so whilst still at Tottenham. He refused to report to pre season. Nothing happened to him. Paul Pogba criticised the tactics of Mourinho n even Ole, Mourinho called him a virus but fielded him once he was playing well. Pogba wants out to Juve or Real Madrid, nothing has happened to him. Lukaku is among the few who hv already scored more than 100 goals in the EPL. He cannot fail in the EPL. 42 goals for Man U in two seasons is not a failure Lukaku has started only 13 matches, he came on as substitute in 5 matches, some of it he played 3 n 8 minutes so it cannot be said fairly that he has played 18 matches. He has bn injured n has bn sick. He has scored 7 goals in all competitions. How many goals has Harry Kane scored this season. Kane went on goals drought for a long time but he was fielded until he rediscovered his scoring books. How can u buy the player of the season in series A which included CR 7 n put him in a position he can't score n Chelsea fans like this masquerade of writer call him a failure. Tuchel has not found a way to get the best out of Lukaku. Tuchel admitted that the system changed and that it suited other players so Lukaku wld be on the bench. He made three bids to get Lukaku just to put him on the bench I. Lukaku has not nothing to prove in EPL.
And next time when you watch Premier league matches, take note of this: Premier league has gone past the era when the front line stand and wait for midfielders to field them with the ball. According to Kloop, "Gegenpressing is the best playmaker". Closing down the opposition defenders quickly forces them to make quick decisions and sometimes make mistakes just like what happened in the game between Chelsea and Liverpool, and that was what won us the Champions league. That is the tempo of the Premier league right now and even the so-called small teams are doing it; did you watch the 4-1 humiliation of Manchester United by Watford? Watford even tried to press us so high that even Tuchel admitted we suffered so much in that game despite being victorious. Lukaku should learn to adapt instead of complaining. Premier league is high Tempo and fast transitions. Just how it pisses me off watching him make no attempt to press during games. If you don't press, you can't win the EPL.
Only1Marvis
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Kane wanted out to Man City he said so whilst still at Tottenham. He refused to report to pre season. Nothing happened to him. Paul Pogba criticised the tactics of Mourinho n even Ole, Mourinho called him a virus but fielded him once he was playing well. Pogba wants out to Juve or Real Madrid, nothing has happened to him. Lukaku is among the few who hv already scored more than 100 goals in the EPL. He cannot fail in the EPL. 42 goals for Man U in two seasons is not a failure Lukaku has started only 13 matches, he came on as substitute in 5 matches, some of it he played 3 n 8 minutes so it cannot be said fairly that he has played 18 matches. He has bn injured n has bn sick. He has scored 7 goals in all competitions. How many goals has Harry Kane scored this season. Kane went on goals drought for a long time but he was fielded until he rediscovered his scoring books. How can u buy the player of the season in series A which included CR 7 n put him in a position he can't score n Chelsea fans like this masquerade of writer call him a failure. Tuchel has not found a way to get the best out of Lukaku. Tuchel admitted that the system changed and that it suited other players so Lukaku wld be on the bench. He made three bids to get Lukaku just to put him on the bench I. Lukaku has not nothing to prove in EPL.
did they all do those things just after 5 months of being signed by their respective clubs? Did they start flirting with their former employer just 5 months of being signed. He didn't only insult Tuchel, he rubbished Chelsea as a whole. Saying he will go back to Inter at his prime when will all know he has no longer than 5 years being at his prime and you – a Chelsea fan – is okay with that?
Diobdopsu
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the best thing to do is for Chelsea to sack him before he become a Thorn in the squad
Dahaceinor
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Lol 😂 😂😂😂😂😂 more like McGuire
Siyailp
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Kane wanted out to Man City he said so whilst still at Tottenham. He refused to report to pre season. Nothing happened to him. Paul Pogba criticised the tactics of Mourinho n even Ole, Mourinho called him a virus but fielded him once he was playing well. Pogba wants out to Juve or Real Madrid, nothing has happened to him. Lukaku is among the few who hv already scored more than 100 goals in the EPL. He cannot fail in the EPL. 42 goals for Man U in two seasons is not a failure Lukaku has started only 13 matches, he came on as substitute in 5 matches, some of it he played 3 n 8 minutes so it cannot be said fairly that he has played 18 matches. He has bn injured n has bn sick. He has scored 7 goals in all competitions. How many goals has Harry Kane scored this season. Kane went on goals drought for a long time but he was fielded until he rediscovered his scoring books. How can u buy the player of the season in series A which included CR 7 n put him in a position he can't score n Chelsea fans like this masquerade of writer call him a failure. Tuchel has not found a way to get the best out of Lukaku. Tuchel admitted that the system changed and that it suited other players so Lukaku wld be on the bench. He made three bids to get Lukaku just to put him on the bench I. Lukaku has not nothing to prove in EPL.
vuobdln
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After his unacceptable behavior, he is certainly the biggest money wasting signing in PL history. He won’t be welcome by Chelsea fans and even his teammates.
Zaaeituy
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I take this as a racist comment because Lukaku is not the only big buy of the summer transfer window, what about Sancho? how many matches it takes for him to score a goal but no one seems to say anything about that because he is english. English press at their usual best of over hipping their players .
Is like you don't know what you are saying, what the article all and what are you insinuating. why are you compare lukaku with Sancho? You are on weed or something.
femigabriel
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no 1 he should leave Chelsea flop we don't need you again 😠😡👉👉👉👉💯💥
Kukbknptz
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lukaku is the best striker in epl
Efemeshach07
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was Giroud happy with the manager's decision when TT left him on the bench and played Kai Havertz as a false 9 but won't hear Giroud complaining about it. what about Kepa who lost is position to our Black brother Mendy? did u hear Kepa complaining over his dethronement? Now, If at all Lukaku had something to say regarding TT decision, he should have talk to him as a Player to a Boss discussion not coming to the public to air rubbish saying you would love to return to your old club that sold you in exchange of money, not even thinking of the trust and love the Chelsea board has for you to raise £98M to buy a striker who is 29yrs old... Lukaku has really disappointed Us a Fan of Chelsea. let's inter bring back our money and carry their heavy weight champion
KreddyKall
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mf he is a striker. Dumb clown
he still has 7 in 12
KreddyKall
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wtf is this article, him being dumb doesn't change that he's still a great player
Arrow_guy007
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I take this as a racist comment because Lukaku is not the only big buy of the summer transfer window, what about Sancho? how many matches it takes for him to score a goal but no one seems to say anything about that because he is english. English press at their usual best of over hipping their players .
Because Sancho is not a media barker And he is 21 yr old kid and not a 29 yr old bull
Timreal
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by a top team at least,because there are certainly worst players who have played in PL
MadridMaldives
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bro, i think you forgot to eat your medicine
You mean you didn’t take your medicine today. That’s not my problem.
Zawbcklmnz
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It’s too soon to make such conclusions. Players like Maguire, Sancho, Grealish or Pepe also haven’t shown/done much after big money was spent on their signings. 1️⃣ £100m - Jack Grealish - (Man City, 2021) 2️⃣ £96m - Romelu Lukaku - (Chelsea, 2021) 3️⃣ £89m - Paul Pogba - (Man Utd, 2016) 4️⃣ £80m - Harry Maguire - (Man Utd, 2016) 5️⃣ £75m - Romelu Lukaku - (Man Utd, 2017) 6️⃣ £74.2m - Virgil van Dijk - (Liverpool, 2018) 7️⃣ £73m - Jadon Sancho - (Man Utd, 2021) 8️⃣ £72m - Nicolas Pepe - (Arsenal, 2019) 9️⃣ £72m - Kepa Arrizabalaga - (Chelsea, 2018) 🔟 £72m - Kai Havertz - (Chelsea, 2020)
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bro, i think you forgot to eat your medicine
Zawbcklmnz
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Talk about Grealish first
grealish performance is great tho
Keney_G
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only conte,pep,klopp and mourioh can handle Lukaku situation not all this Average coach
Does that make him a great coach. What about Di Matteo.
Keney_G
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I take this as a racist comment because Lukaku is not the only big buy of the summer transfer window, what about Sancho? how many matches it takes for him to score a goal but no one seems to say anything about that because he is english. English press at their usual best of over hipping their players .
Have you forgotten Lukaku was meant to come proof critics wrong based on his performance at ManU. Funny you.
nuscelptyz
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I take this as a racist comment because Lukaku is not the only big buy of the summer transfer window, what about Sancho? how many matches it takes for him to score a goal but no one seems to say anything about that because he is english. English press at their usual best of over hipping their players .
Sancho didn't make useless comments like Lukaku did
Sanahi
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this's absurd
Sam565
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I take this as a racist comment because Lukaku is not the only big buy of the summer transfer window, what about Sancho? how many matches it takes for him to score a goal but no one seems to say anything about that because he is english. English press at their usual best of over hipping their players .
mf he is a striker. Dumb clown
tibabirst
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Just bring back Broja urgently and we're done! Cut short his loan spell and ignite him into the team; the rest of the puzzle pieces will automatically fall into place
Sanahi
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Talk about Grealish first
Lueadityz
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Of course, he is the worst signing. Only God knows why Chelsea decided to throw away humongous cash on Lukaku, when there are better options ...😢
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How abt Sancho 🌚 VDB Grealish Maguire?
Lueadityz
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only conte,pep,klopp and mourioh can handle Lukaku situation not all this Average coach
😂 Champions League average coach. We like it like that
Hacdimpry
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I take this as a racist comment because Lukaku is not the only big buy of the summer transfer window, what about Sancho? how many matches it takes for him to score a goal but no one seems to say anything about that because he is english. English press at their usual best of over hipping their players .
Gojesisersseell
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according to the trend no chelsea expensive signing they were able to deliver... but they did find their feat on the finals... look torres look to havertz.. then lukaku will be just same ,
Amponsahthompson
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What about Grealish
zokkmorst
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lol no he is not a flop just a Juda, maguire is😢🤣
Jancekrtyz
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maguire was the worst signing
bolaji99
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only conte,pep,klopp and mourioh can handle Lukaku situation not all this Average coach
MadridMaldives
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It’s too soon to make such conclusions. Players like Maguire, Sancho, Grealish or Pepe also haven’t shown/done much after big money was spent on their signings. 1️⃣ £100m - Jack Grealish - (Man City, 2021) 2️⃣ £96m - Romelu Lukaku - (Chelsea, 2021) 3️⃣ £89m - Paul Pogba - (Man Utd, 2016) 4️⃣ £80m - Harry Maguire - (Man Utd, 2016) 5️⃣ £75m - Romelu Lukaku - (Man Utd, 2017) 6️⃣ £74.2m - Virgil van Dijk - (Liverpool, 2018) 7️⃣ £73m - Jadon Sancho - (Man Utd, 2021) 8️⃣ £72m - Nicolas Pepe - (Arsenal, 2019) 9️⃣ £72m - Kepa Arrizabalaga - (Chelsea, 2018) 🔟 £72m - Kai Havertz - (Chelsea, 2020)
RaghibMustafa
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Maguire to Lukaku be like....
D-Maestreo
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Yes he made a childish comment but never will he be the worst Premier League signing in history
That title will be retained by Sanchez of Man United and VDB of Man United
Charlieputh
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this article is thrash.has freakish lived up to expectations that y'all constantly picking on lukaku because he bare his mind. nonsense
cumackosyz
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Yes he made a childish comment but never will he be the worst Premier League signing in history
Hiwabceoty
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Lukaku should go to Barcelona to get a taste of Spanish football
Gerhard10
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MAN HONESTLY, WHEN BIG NAMES PERFECT YOU PRAISE WHEN THEY STRUGGLING ATLEAST OF ENCOURAGEMENT YOU BREAK, THEM
ifadac
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Of course, he is the worst signing. Only God knows why Chelsea decided to throw away humongous cash on Lukaku, when there are better options ...😢
siwacorstz
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What a karma for Yellsea, he still can't beat Hazard’s record at RM
Veabceiptz
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So his first touch did really let him down😄😄😄
shittabay
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Lukaku fucked up big time over his ranting😩
Zuteiklmrz
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Lukaku, come Barcelona we will make sure to maintain your expectations. You will score more goals and experience competition on personal platforms.