Antonio Conte believes “Rough Diamond” Romelu Lukaku can still get stronger and become one of the best strikers in the world, as Inter Milan boss claims his star man has “the pace and strength of an American football quarterback”.
- According to Antonio Conte, Romelu Lukaku will be one of the best strikers in the world
- Conte believes he is “on the right track” after scoring for Inter against Bologna
- Lukaku has scored a total of eight goals in his first nine league games this season
- Conte attributes Lukaku’s record to both his “speed and strength” and his work ethic
According to Antonio Conte, Inter Milan manager, Romelu Lukaku could become one of the best strikers in the world.
Conte believes Lukaku is on the right track after scoring Inter’s first goal in the 3-1 triumph over Bologna in San Siro.
Conte also compared Lukaku’s “speed and strength” with that of an “American football quarterback”.
Antonio Conte believes Romelu Lukaku can become one of the best strikers in the world
After the game, Conte said to DAZN: “I believe him [Lukaku] can get even stronger.
“I described him as a diamond in the rough when he arrived and thought that the work would help him become one of the best strikers in the world.
‘He’s on the right track as he has it all, the physicality of a center forward but also the pace and strength of an American football quarterback.
‘He does it well, understands what to do, is humble and works for the team. I am very happy with him. ‘
Lukaku’s goal in the 16th minute against Bologna gave Inter not only a two-point lead over AC Milan, but also a personal milestone.

Lukaku is “on the right track” after scoring Inter’s first goal against Bologna, Conte said

Lukaku has scored a total of eight goals in his first nine league games this season
Lukaku has scored a total of eight goals in his first nine league games this season.
Lukaku has also found the net in all of his first four home games in the 2020/21 Serie A season – and with Christian Vieri is one of the few Inter players who have managed this feat.
With this in mind, Inter would like to start transfer talks with the striker to secure his future at San Siro.
Lukaku’s formidable form has attracted various clubs including Serie A rivals Juventus.
Although Lukaku’s current deal is set to run until the summer of 2024, it is believed that Inter are already starting negotiations to bind him to a new deal.

As a result, Inter open transfer talks with the striker to secure his future at San Siro