Romelu Lukaku Mourns Death of Father Roger Lukaku
Sports Updated: 30 September 2025 11:45 EAT
Roger Lukaku father to Romelu Lukaku
Belgium international striker Romelu Lukaku is in mourning following the death of his father, Roger Menama Lukaku, a former DR Congo international footballer. Roger, 58, passed away on Monday, September 29, 2025.
Confirming the news through a heartfelt message on social media, Lukaku expressed deep grief and gratitude to his late father. He wrote that Roger taught him everything he knows and shaped both his football career and personal life, adding that although life will never be the same, he draws strength from God to endure the pain.
Tributes have since poured in from across the football community. In the Democratic Republic of Congo, Roger is remembered as a respected figure in the game, having represented Zaire in the 1990s and played for several clubs in Belgium and Turkey. He is also credited with helping establish SC Rojolu, a Kinshasa-based football club named after his sons Romelu, Jordan, and the family name Lukaku.
Football clubs, fans, and fellow professionals have extended condolences to the Lukaku family, celebrating Roger’s legacy both on and off the pitch. His influence on his son Romelu, one of the most prolific strikers in modern football, has been highlighted as a testament to his enduring impact.
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