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Inter executive Javier Zanetti discusses Romelu Lukaku’s decision to join Roma

Andy Mattioli
EMPOLI, ITALY - APRIL 23: Javier Zanetti of FC Internazionale during the Serie A match between Empoli FC and FC Internazionale at Stadio Carlo Castellani on April 23, 2023 in Empoli, Italy. (Photo by Gabriele Maltinti/Getty Images)

Inter vice-president Javier Zanetti was asked about Romelu Lukaku’s failed return to Milan and his decision to join Roma.

The Nerazzurri legend did not mince words when recounting the negotiations that took place this summer in his interview with Marca.

“We wanted Lukaku to stay with us. Then things happened which we didn’t expect and we decided to withdraw from negotiations,” said Zanetti.

“Now Lukaku belongs to another club, and he is part of our past and as a club we must look to the future instead.”

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