Romelu Lukaku sustained a thigh injury during Napoli's final pre-season friendly against Olympiacos and will miss the start of their Serie A title defence. He left the game after 30 minutes following treatment. Napoli has confirmed the injury is high-grade, and reports suggest he may be sidelined until November. The club is also considering a surgical consultation. Last season, Lukaku was Napoli's top scorer with 14 goals and provided 10 assists, making him a key player in their championship win.
Romelu Lukaku will miss the start of Napoli's Serie A title defence after sustaining a thigh injury in their final pre-season friendly.
He limped off the pitch just over half an hour into the game after receiving treatment.
Napoli confirmed on Monday that he had suffered a "high-grade" injury to his left thigh, with early reports suggesting he could be sidelined until November.
Lukaku was Napoli's top scorer last season, netting 14 goals and providing 10 assists, outperforming his expected assists.
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