Two MLS Clubs Enter the Race for Lukaku

Lukaku's future at Fenerbahçe has come into focus ahead of the mid-season transfer window. It has been claimed that the Belgian forward, who joined the squad from Napoli at the start of the season, has attracted interest from the United States. It has been suggested that the 33-year-old striker, who has fallen short of expectations, could leave the club in January.

New York City and Atlanta United, both MLS sides, are reported to be interested in Lukaku. The two clubs are said to be monitoring the experienced player's situation at Fenerbahçe and could contact the yellow-and-navy management during the January transfer window. The Belgian striker is said to be on the radar of MLS teams.

Lukaku, signed to strengthen Fenerbahçe's attack, has not been able to secure the starting role he wanted in the yellow-and-navy shirt. In the 2026/2027 season, the player has appeared in a total of 13 matches across the Süper Lig and the UEFA Champions League. He scored 1 goal and provided 1 assist in those games, playing 420 minutes on the pitch.

Lukaku has played 336 minutes in 8 Süper Lig matches and 84 minutes in 5 Champions League matches. His future could become clearer in January.