Lukaku insists: ‘I am ambitious, not arrogant’
Romelu Lukaku has defended the desire to win titles and trophies that will probably lead to his exit from Everton this summer.
The Belgian has turned down a new Toffees contract and wants to play Champions League football, with Manchester United and Chelsea both linked.
He still received a rapturous reception from Everton fans last week, with the majority realising that the Belgian striker is punching below his weight at Goodison Park.
“The decision has already been made so I can’t talk about that,” said Lukaku.
“There is nothing wrong with ambition. You have to embrace it and where you are as a footballer.
“Sometimes people will mistake things that I say but it’s just ambition that I have; I want to win titles and trophies and I don’t think people should take that as arrogance – people should embrace it.
“This is what footballers need to achieve if they want to become the best, and I think young kids need to learn that too.
“I have made a long way until now but the road is still long and I know I have to improve and get better. I want to help Everton as much as I can, as well as the national team. I think a lot of stuff can be achieved.”