Romelu Lukaku’s turbulent period has resulted in revival of his form and positive news for Italian football as a whole. The Internazionale striker recently received a second yellow card after making a statement when he was racially abused by Juventus fans. The suspension was dropped last week and the Belgian got up immediately afterwards.
Relieved Lukaku sees breakthrough: “A step forward in Italian football”
Lukaku scored twice against Empoli. He also provided an assist on the third goal. As if the striker had been liberated. It was his first goals from open play since August. “This has been a very difficult season for me. I want to thank the fans for their support,” he told Sky Sport Italia.
“Inter gave me everything. Now I have to give everything back to Inter,” Lukaku said. After injuries and a form crisis, the striker seems to be back in shape just before the apotheosis of the season. The Chelsea employee added, “I’m getting fitter, thanks to the medical staff. They do a great job. I had the worst injury of my career. Something that never happened to me, but I’m finding my self-confidence again now.”
Lukaku was sent off in the first leg of the Coppa Italia semi-final against Juventus. He was acquitted after an appeal. Lukaku celebrated a goal in the usual way, was treated racist and reacted, but was the loser himself. He will still be there on Wednesday in the return. “I want to thank the president of the Football Association for giving me the chance to play that game,” Lukaku mentioned.
“It is a step forward for Italian football”
“It is a step forward for Italian football,” said the Belgian. After several racism scandals, players are now protected, the attacker saw. He continued, “But now I also want to look ahead. I want to help the team and give everything. For Inter.”
Lukaku can win two more prizes with Inter. If Juventus is defeated by them, the club will be in the final of the cup tournament. In the semi-finals of the Champions League, fellow townsman AC Milan is waiting for a diptych. The striker is currently on loan from Inter and is expected to return to Chelsea after the summer.
