Report: Chelsea player has now personally spoken to the club to try and force his way out this summer

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Reports from Italy have stated that Romelu Lukaku has now been in contact with Chelsea about leaving this summer.

According to Gazzetta dello Sport, the Belgian has involved his lawyer in discussions as he looks to force through a move away.

It has been widely claimed that Lukaku has his mind made up on where he wants to play his football next season.

It seems he has chosen Inter Milan, the side he helped reach the Champions League final last season where they were narrowly beaten by Manchester City.

However, the Serie A side have so far not made an offer that the Blues are happy with. They are not keen on facilitating another loan move which is unfavourable to them.

The pressure is now on Inter though after it has become clear that they are not the only side interested in a move to bring him in this summer.

Their fellow Italians Juventus are reportedly keen, and may use Chelsea’s own interest in Dusan Vlahovic to try and tempt them.

This would likely not be in Lukaku’s interests though. He wanted to return to the San Siro as soon as he left for Chelsea two years ago.

While it was claimed that Mauricio Pochettino was keen for him to return to pre-season training when scheduled, it may well be better for everybody if he stays away until the situation is sorted.

The Belgian is likely not to be a particularly popular figure at Stamford Bridge right now, and as they look to bring back some good vibes to the camp it is recommended that does not come through him.