The Lukaku issue continues to be discussed at Napoli. The Belgian striker chose to remain in Belgium to complete his recovery phase, disregarding the ultimatum from the Italian champions, which has clearly left the latter dissatisfied. This dissatisfaction was also expressed by Napoli's Sporting Director, Giovanni Manna, just minutes before the match against Milan at the Maradona Stadium. "Lukaku? The situation is very clear," said Manna. "He was supposed to join the national team, but there was a problem. With his doctors, he preferred to stay in Belgium to train, against our will. No one would have stopped him from working with his physiotherapists and doctors—it’s provided for in the collective contract. We would have discussed it with him; we would have wanted to talk in Napoli. We are not satisfied." Manna then confirmed the hardline stance against Romelu Lukaku. "Respect for the integrity of the group is worth more than anything," said Manna. "I think and hope he will return after a week, and then we will see what happens. He knows there will be consequences."