Napoli consider action after Lukaku training no-show

Napoli-Lukaku tension escalates

Napoli have warned they could take disciplinary action against Romelu Lukaku after the striker failed to report for training.

The Serie A club confirmed that Lukaku did not respond to a call-up to resume training, raising fresh concerns over his availability and future.

What happened?

• Lukaku withdrew from the Belgium national football team squad
• He chose to focus on recovery from injury
• Napoli expected him back in Italy
• He did not show up for scheduled training

Napoli statement:

“The club reserves the right to decide whether to take appropriate disciplinary action.”

Injury and personal struggles

The 32-year-old striker has endured a difficult season:

• Ongoing hamstring problems
• Only 64 minutes played all season
• Dealing with the loss of his father, Roger Lukaku

Lukaku explained:

“I didn’t feel well physically… there was inflammation and fluid in the iliopsoas muscle.”

He opted to complete rehabilitation in Belgium rather than Italy.

World Cup ambition at stake

Despite his struggles, Lukaku remains a key figure for Belgium:

• 124 international caps
• 89 goals (all-time top scorer)
• Targeting a fourth World Cup appearance

However, lack of match fitness could put that ambition at risk.

What could Napoli do?

Napoli now face a decision:

• Fine or suspend the player
• Exclude him from first-team activities
• Reassess his long-term role in the squad

The club has not ruled out stronger action depending on how the situation develops.

Bigger picture

This situation raises key questions:

• Is this purely a fitness decision or a breakdown in communication?
• Can Lukaku regain fitness in time to contribute this season?
• Will Napoli continue to trust him moving forward?

Final takeaway

The relationship between Napoli and Romelu Lukaku is now under serious strain.

With injuries, absence, and uncertainty all in play, the coming days could define whether Lukaku’s Napoli chapter continues — or ends early.