Chelsea have been set a transfer deadline after Inter opened talks regarding a potential loan move for Romelu Lukaku this summer.
The Blues sealed Lukaku's return last year after striking a £100million deal for the Belgian forward. The 29-year-old struggled to replicate his form which saw him help Inter win the Serie A title prior to returning to Stamford Bridge.
Inter have reportedly opened talks over a potential loan deal for Lukaku but have set the Blues a deadline of when to get a deal done by. Chelsea are rumoured to have given the green light to his exit, with Lukaku reportedly wanting to cut ties with Thomas Tuchel after scoring 15 goals in 44 appearances last season.
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According to a report from Italian outlet Tutto Mercato, Inter have now stepped up their efforts to reach an agreement with Chelsea, but need the Blues to change their demands. It is reported that Chelsea want a £15million loan fee to bring Lukaku back to the San Siro next season.
The Belgium international is pushing to be able to return to the Italian side, where he enjoyed a lot of success. Lukaku scored a total of 64 goals across two seasons at the San Siro, winning the Serie A title in the 2020/21 campaign.
Inter are keen to make sure the deal is done before the end of June in order to take advantage of a beneficial Italian tax law. Chelsea are linked with a number of attackers to replace Lukaku if the Belgian leaves, including the likes of Ousmane Dembele, Christopher Nkunku and Raphinha.
