ROMELU LUKAKU HAS told the Premier League to consider launching an All-Star Game, following in the footsteps of the NBA.
Manchester United striker Lukaku suggested a special one-off match could see a North team take on a South XI.
Lukaku, who has hit 22 goals in all competitions since joining United from Everton, would be a contender to feature for a potential North side.
The Belgium international’s idea would see United players team up with Manchester City stars, while Liverpool and Everton men could also be on the same side.
Chelsea, Arsenal and Tottenham stars would be among the players expected to line up for the South side in a Premier League All-Star game.
“Here’s an idea for you guys,” Lukaku wrote on Twitter. “The NBA has All-Star Game!
“Don’t you guys think we should organise one in the Premier League. The north vs the south!
“And the fans vote… what do you guys think? @premierleague @FA”
Here’s an idea for you guys... the nba has all-star game! Don’t you guys think we should organise one in the @premierleague.. The north vs the south! And the fans vote... what do you guys think? @premierleague @FA 😏😉
— R.Lukaku Bolingoli9 (@RomeluLukaku9) February 26, 2018
While Lukaku’s idea may appear far-fetched, a “game 39″ added to the regular season to bring the Premier League to foreign shores has previously been suggested.
In the NBA, a vote comprising current players, fans and media decides the teams who will face off in an annual contest.
A similar concept exists in the United States’ Major League Soccer, with a midseason All-Star team selected by a comnination of fan vote, coaches selection and commissioner picks. The side then plays a friendly against a high-profile European opponent. Last season, the MLS All-Stars faced off against Real Madrid.
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Very sad. #RIP
Such a shame. Only beginning his career and then he passes away at the point where his dream came true.
Rest In Peace, Dylan.
R.i.p, you did what most of us dream about….
Never saw or heard of him but just by reading about his story would give ANYONE inspiration,never giving up on a dream he had to the last.What a courages young man unfortunately taken from this world far far to early.His family can be very proud of him as they reared a wonderful young man.May god rest his soul
The club and the fans stuck with him the last 3 years, willed him on and he even got a run out for the first team last season. He was at the training ground whenever he could. The last update was that all was looking good, until today. The players and staff are shell shocked! It will be a sad and tough day at Upton Park tomorrow.
RIP Dylan.
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True hero too kelp fighting ,
R,I,P
R.I.P
Very sad….R.I.P.
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RIP young man god bless
Rest in peace ..young fella..
RIP. Too young. Heard he was a good player aswell
20? So so sad. RIP.
That poor young man and his family/friends.may he rest in peace.
Courage beyond words – dreams till the end – Inspiring – Never, Never, Never quit
Is the same bellend red thumbing all the comments?