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Lukaku sends special message to Inter fans & explains why he couldn't turn down £98m Chelsea move

The Belgian striker has said his final goodbyes to Nerazzurri supporters on social media after sealing a return to Stamford Bridge

Romelu Lukaku has sent a heartfelt thank you message to Inter fans while explaining why he couldn't turn down a £98 million ($136m) move to Chelsea.

Lukaku joined Inter from Manchester United for £74m ($103m) in the summer of 2019 and went on to enhance his reputation as one of the most deadly strikers in Europe at San Siro.

The 28-year-old also helped the Nerazzurri bring their 11-year wait for a Serie A title to an end, but ultimately decided against seeing out his contract through to 2024 after receiving word of interest from Chelsea.