Player: Romelu Lukaku
- Full name: Romelu Menama Lukaku Bolingoli
- Date of birth: 13 May 1993
- Place of birth: Antwerp, Belgium
- Nationality: Belgian
- Position: Striker / Centre forward
- Preferred foot: Right
Club career (high-level):
- Anderlecht (Youth → Senior debut; 2006–2011 youth, 2009–2011 senior): Broke through as a teenager, becoming Belgium’s youngest top-flight debutant and a prolific scorer.
- Chelsea (2011–2014, and returned 2021–2023): Signed by Chelsea in 2011; had limited opportunities in first spell and later returned for a second spell after successful years elsewhere.
- West Bromwich Albion (Loan 2012–2013): Loaned from Chelsea where he rediscovered form in the Premier League.
- Everton (2013–2017): Permanent move where he established himself as a consistent top-flight goalscorer and one of the Premier League’s leading young strikers.
- Manchester United (2017–2019): High-profile transfer; continued to score regularly at the top level.
- Inter Milan (2019–2021): Breakout period in Serie A, where he was prolific and helped Inter challenge for titles.
- Return to Chelsea (2021–2023): Rejoined Chelsea for a major transfer fee.
- Loan to Inter Milan (2022–2023 season): Returned on loan and continued to contribute goals.
- Current/Recent club: As of mid-2024 Romelu Lukaku plays for Roma (joined on loan in 2023 then moved permanent — verify current season for most recent status).
Belgium national team:
- National team: Belgium (senior debut in 2010)
- Caps & goals: One of Belgium’s all-time leading scorers (numbers change with matches; he surpassed 70 international goals by mid-2020s). Exact current totals should be checked for the latest fixtures.
- Major tournaments: Represented Belgium at UEFA European Championships and FIFA World Cups, including a standout role in Belgium’s deep runs (e.g., third place at 2018 World Cup).
Playing style: Powerful, pacey target-man with good technical ability and link-up play for his size; strong at hold-up, aerial duels, and finishing with both feet.
Honours & awards (selected):
- Serie A top performances with Inter Milan; contributed to title challenges and cup runs.
- Individual awards include top-scorer recognitions and team-of-the-season selections in various leagues (league-specific honours vary by season).
Notes: Club affiliation, caps, and goal totals are time-sensitive. For the latest season stats, transfers, or precise international totals, consult current club or national team sources. This summary focuses on Lukaku’s career representing Belgium at international level and his club trajectory.