Lorenzo Lucca Excited To Learn From Napoli's Romelu Lukaku In Serie A

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Lorenzo Lucca, Napoli's striker, expressed admiration for Romelu Lukaku, calling him one of Serie A's top centre-forwards. Lucca is eager to learn from Lukaku, who played a crucial role in Napoli's Scudetto win last season. Lukaku was the only player in Serie A to achieve double figures in both goals and assists, with 14 goals and 10 assists.

Lucca joined Napoli on loan from Udinese for the 2024-25 season, with an obligation to buy for €26 million. He made his mark by scoring his first goal for Napoli in a 2-1 friendly win against Catanzaro. Last season, Lucca scored 12 goals in 33 league matches for Udinese, matching Kevin Lasagna's record from the 2017-18 season.

Napoli has welcomed six new players this season: Sam Beukema, Noa Lang, Luca Marianucci, Mathias Ferrante, Kevin De Bruyne, and Lucca himself. The Italian international believes these additions will bolster their title defence. "I'm happy to be here," Lucca stated. "Naples has always been my first choice."

Lucca highlighted the warm reception he received at Napoli. He mentioned that both the staff and team members have been welcoming. He also noted his special bond with Alessandro Buongiorno, whom he has known for a long time. This camaraderie contributes to a united and dedicated team environment.

Lucca is keen on gaining insights from Lukaku and often seeks his advice. "He is one of the best centre-forwards in Serie A," Lucca said. "I often ask him for advice. I want to learn from him as much as possible." Playing alongside such talent is something Lucca looks forward to.

The defenders at Napoli push Lucca to perform at his best, which he finds beneficial for growth. This supportive atmosphere helps him improve his skills and adapt quickly to his new surroundings.

With these strategic additions and a strong team spirit, Napoli aims to maintain its competitive edge in Serie A this season.