Napoli Plans Disciplinary Measures Against Romelu Lukaku After He Misses Training Session

The team has verified that Lukaku failed to appear after receiving instructions to report to their training facility, leading to warnings of potential disciplinary steps in an ongoing situation that has put the immediate prospects of the ex-Chelsea and Inter Milan forward in uncertainty.

Lukaku opted out of Belgiums journey to the United States, skipping World Cup preparation games versus the U.S. and Mexico to focus on improving his condition. Reports from Italian outlets indicated that Lukaku declined to head back to the teams training site for recovery work.

Napoli can confirm that Romelu Lukaku did not answer todays summons to resume training, the club stated.

The team holds the option to evaluate suitable disciplinary measures, along with deciding if the player may keep training alongside the squad for an unspecified time.

Lukaku, who netted 14 times in the previous campaign to lead Napoli to Serie A success, has faced a challenging year marked by health troubles.

He missed the initial part of the season owing to a hamstring problem, and since rejoining in January, he has notched just one top-flight goal across five brief cameos.

Lukaku Explains Choice to Remain in Belgium

The 32-year-old forward justified his choice to stay put in Belgium for care, pointing to persistent bodily concerns that have delayed his full recovery.

The fact is, over the recent weeks, I did not feel well in terms of my body, so I got it examined in Belgium, and it revealed swelling plus fluid around my hip flexor near the old scar, Lukaku explained on Monday.

Given this as the second issue since my return in early November, I decided to handle the recovery in Belgium to be ready when needed.

I would never abandon Napoli, absolutely not. Nothing appeals to me more than competing and triumphing with my squad. Yet at present, I must ensure I am fully fit medically.