Romelu Lukaku expected to leave Napoli with Trabzonspor, Atlanta United and AS Monaco linked

Romelu Lukaku is expected to depart Napoli in this summer transfer window after a breakdown in his relationship with the club, a dispute over his salary and his refusal to attend the pre‑season training camp. Reports say multiple clubs have moved to make him a priority target as the 2026 window opens.

The 33‑year‑old striker, who represented Belgium at the FIFA World Cup 2026, has expressed a desire to leave Italy and seek a fresh start abroad. Napoli and their hierarchy have been at odds with Lukaku over contractual matters, and the situation has drawn interest from several teams in recent days.

Sky Italia has reported that Turkish Süper Lig side Trabzonspor have launched an approach for Lukaku. That report noted Trabzonspor previously made a high-profile acquisition in Mohamed Salah. It remains unclear whether the forward wants to join the Turkish club.

Sources say Lukaku is unlikely to figure in Napoli’s plans under new manager Massimiliano Allegri. The presence of Rasmus Hojlund has reduced Lukaku’s prospects of being a regular starter at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona. Major League Soccer side Atlanta United are among the clubs monitoring the situation.

According to the coverage, Lukaku’s representative said the Belgian “isn’t the kind of person who stays where he’s not wanted.” Reports from La Gazzetta dello Sport link French Ligue 1 club AS Monaco to Lukaku and describe him as one of their primary targets.

Those same reports indicate the strained relationship with Napoli’s officials, combined with the player’s salary disagreement and pre‑season absence, could make a transfer possible. Napoli have reportedly placed a €10 million price tag on the 33‑year‑old striker.

Three clubs are currently linked with Lukaku — Trabzonspor, Atlanta United and AS Monaco — and Napoli have set a €10 million valuation as the summer window progresses.