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Romelu Lukaku puts European giants on alert as Chelsea put striker top of transfer list
ROMELU LUKAKU has once again stated his desire to play Champions League football throwing his Everton future in doubt.
Could Romelu Lukaku return to Chelsea?
The Belgium striker has been in prolific form for the Toffees, scoring 18 goals in Premier League this season.
Lukaku left Chelsea in 2014 for £28m but according to The Sun, incoming boss Antonio Conte wants to bring him back to Stamford Bridge.
With Everton in 12th place in the league, 13 points off fourth spot, they are unlikely to qualify for the Champions League.
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And he admitted he needs to test himself in Europe's top competition.
Lukaku told Sky Sports News: "That is the next step for me.
"I'm 23 next summer and I think it would be nice to play in the Champions League from next season."
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