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Romelu Lukaku branded 'big rip-off' by former Inter chief in brutal review of Chelsea transfer

Former Inter Milan president Massimo Moratti has branded Romelu Lukaku's return to the San Siro as a 'big rip-off'. The 29-year-old returned to the Nerazzurri in the summer on a season-long loan after a permanent move collapsed.

Due to the Italian giants' spending restrictions amid Financial Fair Play concerns, the club were not willing to meet Chelsea's asking price and sign the Belgium international outright. Instead, Inter opted for a loan and the Blues negotiated a fee to be paid for Lukaku's services.

The striker, who sees his deal at Stamford Bridge expire in 2026, is set to return to west London at the end of the season. But, with Lukaku having already admitted that he doesn't see his prospects in west London improving, he's been heavily linked with staying at Inter for good.

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