What did Lukaku get dropped?

$182m Chelsea star set for showdown with coach after 'totally disrespectful' comments. Romelu Lukaku was dropped from the Chelsea squad by Thomas Tuchel for Monday's crucial Premier League clash with Liverpool after revealing he is unhappy with how his second spell at Stamford Bridge is going.

Why has Lukaku been dropped today?

Romelu Lukaku has been dropped by Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel following the striker's controversial comments in a recent interview. The Blues will head into the match against title rivals Liverpool on Sunday without the Belgian hitman after he told Sky Italia he 'wasn't happy' with his situation at the club.

Why was Lukaku dropped vs Liverpool?

Speaking ahead of kick-off on Sunday, Tuchel said: “The thing got too big, too noisy so close to the match, so I decided to protect the preparation for the match, so that is why he is out.

What did Lukaku say about leaving Chelsea?

Romelu Lukaku has no plans to leave Chelsea and will fight to win back place. Romelu Lukaku is not thinking about leaving Chelsea this summer and is focused on winning back his place for Sunday's Carabao Cup final against Liverpool.

What happened to Lukaku?

Romelu Lukaku suffers ankle sprain in Malmo match

He started and scored in the 3-3 draw with Zenit in Chelsea's final Champions League group game, but after a brief cameo against Leeds, he then missed three matches due to Covid, against Everton and Wolves in the league and Brentford in the Carabao Cup.

Why did Chelsea drop Lukaku?

Romelu Lukaku was dropped from the Chelsea squad for the massive match against Liverpool after the publication of comments critical of manager Thomas Tuchel.

Was Rudiger injured?

Speaking to the press ahead of Sunday's London derby, Tuchel confirmed that Rudiger would miss the match. “For Sunday both of them (Mateo Kovacic & Antonio Rudiger) not back. But no other injuries," he said.

Why isn t Lukaku playing?

Impact Lukaku hasn't played more than 27 minutes in a match since February, so it's either an Achilles problem or a problem with his attitude because of playing time. While he had a chance to start Saturday, it now looks like Kai Havertz will get another call up front on a short week.

Is Lukaku starting for Chelsea?

The 28-year-old is still looking for his first Premier League goal of 2022 and is no longer a regular in the Blues' starting XI. Timo Werner has assumed the regular starting role in Lukaku's place, and indeed got the nod for Chelsea's 2-0 FA Cup semi-final win over Crystal Palace on Sunday.

What did Lukaku say?

What did Lukaku say in controversial interview? In a 29-minute interview with Sky in Italy recorded earlier in December, Lukaku said he said he was "not happy" with his situation at Chelsea, questioned Tuchel's system and revealed he turned down a move to Manchester City in 2020. "Physically I'm doing great.

Why didn t Chelsea play Lukaku?

The German head coach continued to reveal that Lukaku was tired, and that is why he dropped him. "Every game is different. The focus today was on intensity and a high-speed game. It was about hard work against the ball, off the ball and have intensive teamwork.

Does Lukaku want to leave Chelsea?

Romelu Lukaku wants to leave Chelsea and is 'eyeing the exit' from the club despite only joining in the summer, according to reports. The Blues man rejoined the west London side in the summer of 2021 and became their club record signing.

Is Lukaku hurt for Chelsea?

Thomas Tuchel has confirmed Romelu Lukaku could miss Chelsea's Premier League match against Southampton due to an achilles injury.

What team is Lukaku on FIFA 21?

FIFA 21 Non-Inform | Belgium | Inter | ITA 1. This item is Non-Inform Romelu Lukaku, a ST from Belgium, playing for Inter in Italy Serie A (1). Lukaku FIFA 21 is 27 years old and has 3* skills and 4* weakfoot, and is Left footed.

Where is Lukaku parents from?

Roger Menama Lukaku (born 6 June 1967) is a Congolese former footballer who played as a forward. Throughout his career, he played for KV Oostende, KV Mechelen and Germinal Ekeren. He is the father of footballers Romelu Lukaku and Jordan Lukaku.

Who is Lukaku brother?

Personal life. Lukaku was born in Antwerp. His father is Roger Lukaku, who played professional football and was capped at international level by Zaire. He has an older brother, Romelu Lukaku, who also progressed through the youth academy at Anderlecht.

Is Rudiger injured for Chelsea?

It is his decision." Rudiger missed out on his side's weekend victory, which Tuchel provided news over his current state, confirming he was not left out because of the recent news. "He has a groin injury and in the other a hamstring. He is someone who plays through pain anyway and is used to it.

How long is Rudiger injury?

When providing team news on Tuesday, Tuchel said: “Kova is out for the game, ligament injury. Hopefully not longer than two weeks. This is a long time for us in terms of games. Hopefully as short as possible.

Why is Tuchel mad at Lukaku?

Tuchel denies Lukaku's claim of system change

"What I read is that he said we changed a system,” Tuchel stated. "If you put a little bit of work in our systems, you will find not a lot of system changes, if you find any.

Is Lukaku on the bench?

Thomas Tuchel Insists Romelu Lukaku is Still Fighting for Chelsea Place Despite Bench Role in Recent Games. Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel has insisted his £97.5 million striker Romelu Lukaku is still fighting for his place in the Blues squad, despite his bench role in games of late.

Will Lukaku start against Lille?

Romelu Lukaku has been left out of Chelsea's starting XI to face Lille. Chelsea host Lille in the first leg of their Champions League round-of-16 fixture. Hakim Ziyech, Christian Pulisic and Kai Havertz will instead lead Chelsea's line. Lukaku, 28, has scored five goals in 17 Premier League appearances.