Napoli weigh disciplinary action after Romelu Lukaku fails to report for training following international withdrawal.

Napoli are considering disciplinary measures after Romelu Lukaku failed to report for training despite withdrawing from international duty due to injury. The situation has created uncertainty around the striker’s immediate future at the club.

The Serie A champions confirmed that Lukaku did not respond to a call to return to the training ground. His absence reportedly came after he opted to remain away from the club while continuing rehabilitation for ongoing fitness issues.

Lukaku had earlier withdrawn from the Belgium national football team squad for their trip to the United States. The forward missed friendly matches against the United States men’s national soccer team and Mexico national football team in order to focus on recovery.

Napoli released a statement confirming the striker’s absence and warning that appropriate disciplinary action could follow. The club also indicated they would decide whether Lukaku would continue training with the squad for an indefinite period.

The 32-year-old played a key role last season, scoring 14 goals to help Napoli secure the Serie A title. However, his current campaign has been disrupted by injuries, including a hamstring problem that ruled him out for the first half of the season.

Since returning in January, Lukaku has struggled to regain form, managing just one league goal in five substitute appearances. The limited impact has added further scrutiny to his fitness and availability.

The striker defended his decision to remain in Belgium, explaining that medical checks revealed inflammation around his hip flexor. He insisted his focus is on reaching full fitness, stressing his commitment to Napoli and his desire to return stronger to help the team’s push as they chase leaders Inter Milan.