Agent: Lukaku had the opportunity to join Real Madrid, but the latter focused on signing Mbappe at the time

In an interview, Lukaku's agent Federico Pastorello revealed that Lukaku had the opportunity to join Real Madrid in the summer of 2023 and why the deal ultimately failed to take place.

What do you think of Real Madrid as a club?

Well, hopefully no club will be angry with me, but I think Real Madrid is the best club in the world for many reasons.

Can you tell me, is Lukaku close to joining Real Madrid in the summer of 2023?

I must honestly say that I did have an opportunity. That was after Benzema left Real Madrid for Saudi Arabia. At that time, Lukaku's whereabouts were still uncertain, and Ancelotti was the team's head coach. They were considering strengthening the striker.

Why didn’t this deal happen?

Because they have already focused on the blockbuster deal to sign Mbappe the following year, they do not want to spend money on a loan. So, one could say there is a chance because Ancelotti would want him and he has always admired Lukaku. Unfortunately, the deal never materialized.

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