Pranav Nair
Romelu Lukaku has no grudges on Manchester United boss Solskjaer
Taking part in a Twitter Q and A (h/t The Express), Inter Milan star Romelu Lukaku clarified his stand on Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
The 27-year-old spent two seasons at Old Trafford before departing for Inter in the summer of 2019. He made 96 appearances for United, while managing to score 42 goals and 13 assists. (h/t Transfermarkt)
Not the most popular player in red, Lukaku was at times derided for not meeting expectations. Despite his naysayers, the statistics speak for themselves and he was a competent striker while at the club.
The Belgian has taken his performances up a notch at the San Siro. With 16 strikes so far, he is only behind Cristiano Ronaldo in the Serie A top scorers’ list for the season. (h/t BBC)
Taking part in a Qand A on Twitter, Lukaku was asked by a United fan as to when he will return home. The Belgian ace kept the answer short and replied that he was already home.
Lukaku also gave his two cents regarding Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. He believes the Norwegian is doing a fine job and has praised him both as a manager and as a person.
The striker was not an automatic choice under the Norwegian but he has not let that cloud his judgement. It is a testament to the player’s professionalism that he does not hold a grudge.
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Antonio Conte’s side are currently on top of Serie A and could end Juventus’ stranglehold on the Scudetto title. Lukaku’s goals will play a major role in where the title could end up.
His prolific form has also helped United monetarily. His goals have activated a bonus payment of €1m into the Red Devils’ pockets.
