Napoli, Lukaku steps up recovery: targeting Super Cup clash with Milan | OneFootball

After weeks of quiet work, Romelu Lukaku is ready to rev up the engines. The Belgian striker, away from the field since mid-August, is increasing his training pace with the goal of becoming a key player again at the decisive moment of the season. Since Friday, he has been training individually at Castel Volturno, alternating athletic exercises and technical work to regain muscle tone and sharpness.

Lukaku, the return is closer: the details

Meanwhile, Napoli is observing the progress of their number nine with cautious optimism. According to Sky Sport, Lukaku has already overcome the most delicate phase of recovery and is determined to return by December, just in time for the Italian Super Cup semifinal against Milan, scheduled for the 18th. The injury dates back to August 14, during the friendly match with Olympiakos: a high-grade lesion to the left rectus femoris, which required an immediate stop and specific therapies. No surgery was needed, but a targeted rehabilitation path in Belgium, followed step by step by the Azzurri's medical staff. Now, almost three months later, Lukaku feels he is close to the finish line.

The return to Maradona, where he watched Napoli's victory from the stands on Saturday, was the first step towards full reintegration. The fans welcomed him with enthusiasm, and the striker can't wait to repay the affection with goals. Conte hopes to have him back at 100% within a month, but without rushing: the watchword remains prudence.

Andrea Alati

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