Romelu Lukaku: Chelsea, Inter Milan nearing deal

By Abankula

Multiple reports said Chelsea and Inter Milan are nearing a deal over the transfer of Romelu Lukaku.

The negotiations are expected to be completed before the transfer deadline on 31 August.

Lukaku has on his own expressed interest in staging a comeback at Stamford Bridge.

Some reports suggested he has already agreed a weekly wage of £212,000.

All that remains now is for Chelsea to make an improved third bid for the Belgium striker.

Chelsea’s second bid of £85m plus Marcos Alonso was rejected by Inter on Monday.

SkySports reported that the latest talks are centred on finding a compromise that would satisfy all parties.

A cash deal paid in instalments and a cash-plus-player deal are being discussed.

Chelsea would prefer a deal that includes player(s) while Inter would prefer a cash-only deal.

But both parties are working towards a quick resolution.

Inter are expected to agree to sell Lukaku if the reigning European champions offer a deal worth £102m (€120m).

Lukaku has reportedly told Inter he would like them to accept a suitable offer for him from his former club.