Belgian striker Romelu Lukaku has officially joined Turkish Super Lig side Fenerbahce, the club confirmed on Wednesday. The 33-year-old forward arrives after a mixed spell at Napoli, where injuries and limited playing time marred his second season.
Fenerbahce has not disclosed the contract length or transfer fee involved in the deal. In a message to fans shared on social media, Lukaku expressed his excitement: "It's an honour and a privilege to be joining your club. I'm fit, 100 percent, ready to go."
Lukaku boasts an impressive career, having played for top European clubs including Chelsea, Manchester United, and Inter Milan. He is Belgium's all-time leading scorer with 93 goals.
His move to Istanbul strengthens Fenerbahce's attacking options, joining former Manchester United winger Mason Greenwood at the club. Fenerbahce has finished as runners-up in the Turkish league for four consecutive seasons but has not won the title since 2014.
Career Highlights and Recent Performance
- Signed with Napoli in summer 2024, contributing to their Scudetto triumph in his debut season
- Sidelined by injury and disputes at Napoli, limiting him to 64 minutes last season
- Represented Belgium at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, scoring three goals and reaching the quarter-finals
Lukaku's signing is seen as a key move by Fenerbahce to challenge their long-standing rivals Galatasaray and reclaim domestic glory.
