Romelu Lukaku joined Manchester United instead of Chelsea (Picture: Getty)Manchester United new boy Romelu Lukaku rejected the chance to return to Chelsea because of Jose Mourinho's persistence and 'great ideas', according to one of the striker's closest friends. The Belgian was expected to return to Stamford Bridge this summer with Chelsea thought to be leading the race for his signature. 'United wanted him more and that's the reason he chose them. Manchester United came with three different contract offers and Chelsea did not present one,' Frans told the Daily Mail. However, United swooped before Chelsea and agreed a quick £75million deal with Everton to take him to Old Trafford.
Manchester United transfer news: Matic, Schmeichel, Sanches, Aurier, Bernardeschi
Catch up on the latest Manchester United transfer rumours! MANCHESTER United are told they can sign Nemanja Matic for $82 million, and Jose Mourinho eyes a PSG star. Source: AFPThe Portuguese midfielder was wanted by United last summer, but reportedly didn't transfer because Mourinho joined the Red Devils too late. The report adds that Inter could challenge the Red Devils to sign Aurier. The Red Devils also won't be signing Kasper Schmeichel, according to the Leicester player.This content may collect you by Max Nolan
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