Manchester United transfer news: Antonio Conte reveals frustration at slow progress on Romelu Lukaku move to Inter Milan
The Italian has pinpointed Lukaku as the man to lead his new-look Inter, with Mauro Icardi frozen out of the team
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The Italian is a big fan of the Belgian and failed to hide his admiration while bemoaning his predicament to face Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side in a friendly on Saturday “with no strikers”.
Conte still holds hope though, with Lukaku injured currently and seemingly not a priority for Solskjaer this season.
“I think frustrated is a big word,” conceded Conte. “He is a Man United player. That is the reality.
“You know I like this player. I tried to bring him in Chelsea. Today Lukaku is a United player.
“At this moment we are talking about a player from another club. I consider him an important player for us to have a good improvement.
“At the same time, there is a market, we know very well our situation.
“For sure it’s not easy to play without a striker at the beginning of the season like this. The market is still open.”
Conte added he wanted Inter to be set already, as he looks to transform the Nerazzurri and apply pressure to Juventus in the title race.
“Of course it can be difficult for the team,” Conte admitted. ”I already spoke with the management. It’s not just about getting news players but reducing (the squad). I cannot hide that we’re a bit late.”
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