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Manchester United striker Romelu Lukaku reveals ex-Inter Milan star Adriano was his childhood idol: 'When I was little, I had same qualities as him'

Romelu Lukaku has revealed who is footballing idol was when growing up as a young left-footed striker.

The Belgian, now starring in the Premier League with Manchester United, recently gave an interview to ESPN Brazil in Portuguese.

He admitted he has a connection with Brazilians, having spoken Portuguese to the likes of David Luiz and Willian during his time at Chelsea.

Romelu Lukaku has revealed who is footballing idol was when growing up as a young striker
Romelu Lukaku has revealed who is footballing idol was when growing up as a young striker
Lukaku has revealed Adriano (L), the former Inter Milan forward, was his childhood idol
Lukaku has revealed Adriano (L), the former Inter Milan forward, was his childhood idol

Despite not speaking much Portuguese nowadays, Lukaku revealed one Brazilian in particular, Adriano, the former Inter Milan star, was his childhood idol.