Matt Law also says: “Cech’s interview gives an idea of what him and Marina were hoping, trying to keep Lukaku and make it work. Boehly came in and told Tuchel it’s his call and they will do what Tuchel wants”. Tuchel and Boehly might have been ready to give Lukaku another chance for a year depending on his attitude, but Lukaku was so determined to go that letting him leave was the only option. The alternative was felt to be an absolutely toxic situation where Lukaku would likely not be getting into the squad anymore, such would be his behavior.