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Napoli Star Lukaku Faces Lengthy Injury Layoff After Thigh Tear
18 Aug
Summary
- Romelu Lukaku suffers serious thigh injury
- Injury may require surgery, sidelining Lukaku for weeks
- Lukaku was a key player in Napoli's Serie A title win last season
On August 18th, 2025, Napoli announced that their star striker Romelu Lukaku has suffered a serious thigh injury that may require surgical intervention. The 32-year-old Belgian forward, who was a key player in Napoli's Serie A title-winning campaign last season, sustained the injury during a friendly match against Olympiakos Piraeus on August 17th.
According to the club's statement, tests have revealed that Lukaku has "a high-grade injury to the rectus femoris muscle in his left thigh." The club further added that Lukaku "has already begun rehabilitation and will also undergo surgical consultation."
This news comes as a significant blow to Napoli, who are set to begin their title defense against Sassuolo on August 19th. Lukaku, who scored 14 goals last season, was expected to play a crucial role in Napoli's quest to retain the Serie A crown. However, the extent of his injury and the potential recovery timeline remain uncertain, leaving the club and its fans anxious about the impact on their team's performance in the upcoming season.
