Romelu Lukaku is a Belgium forward who plays for Napoli, born in 1993, Antwerp, Belgium. At 32 he goes to the FIFA World Cup 2026 with Belgium, drawn into Group F. Belgium’s all-time leading scorer and a long-serving Premier League and Serie A striker.
Key Takeaways
- Full name: Romelu Lukaku
- Born: 1993, Antwerp, Belgium
- Position: Forward
- Club: Napoli
- Country: Belgium (Group F)
- Estimated net worth (2026): estimated $40-55 million USD
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Bio and early career
Romelu Lukaku was born in 1993, Antwerp, Belgium. A powerful target striker and Belgium’s record goalscorer.
Throughout his career, Romelu Lukaku has built a reputation as a high-output attacker for both club and country.
Club career
Romelu Lukaku currently plays for Napoli, where he is a key first-team player at one of Europe’s top clubs.
- Belgium’s all-time leading scorer
- Played at three World Cups
- Serie A title with Inter Milan
Belgium and World Cup 2026 outlook
Featured at 2014, 2018, 2022. For the 2026 tournament, Romelu Lukaku will line up for Belgium in Group F alongside three other nations. Full group analysis is on the Group F preview page.
Squad-wise, Romelu Lukaku’s role is central to Belgium’s campaign. Their fixtures, manager and full squad analysis sit on the Belgium team page.
Awards and honours
Multiple Serie A seasons, Premier League experience, Belgium’s all-time top scorer (90+ goals).
Estimated net worth (2026)
Romelu Lukaku’s net worth is estimated $40-55 million USD, based on publicly reported salaries, endorsement deals and sponsorship arrangements. As with all such figures, actual wealth may vary significantly from these estimates.
The bulk of Romelu Lukaku’s wealth comes from his Napoli salary, image-rights agreements, brand sponsorships, and bonuses linked to club and international success.
Wife and family
Romelu Lukaku keeps his personal life largely private. Public details about his immediate family are not widely available. Romelu Lukaku is publicly reported to have 1 child. Beyond his publicly available relationship and family information, Romelu Lukaku generally keeps personal matters out of the press, focusing instead on football.
Frequently asked questions
How old is Romelu Lukaku at the World Cup 2026?
Romelu Lukaku is 32 years old at the 2026 World Cup. He was born in 1993, Antwerp, Belgium.
What is Romelu Lukaku’s estimated net worth?
Romelu Lukaku’s net worth is estimated $40-55 million USD as of 2026, including club salary, endorsements, and personal investments.
Which club does Romelu Lukaku play for?
Romelu Lukaku currently plays his club football for Napoli in the Italian Serie A.
Who is Romelu Lukaku’s wife or partner?
Romelu Lukaku’s personal relationships are kept private and details are not widely shared in the public domain.
Has Romelu Lukaku won the World Cup?
Featured at 2014, 2018, 2022. Romelu Lukaku has yet to win the World Cup with Belgium.
What’s next?
- Belgium team page – full squad, manager, fixtures
- Group F preview – all four group teams
- Players hub – more star profiles
- Predictions hub – tournament forecasts
- Match schedule
Last updated: May 23, 2026 by the Futbolzen editorial team. Net worth estimates and partner/family details reflect publicly reported information and are subject to change. Spot something out of date? Tell us via our Corrections Policy.