Romelu Lukaku called Dries Mertens has shown a very rapid development, but still his first touch on the ball became a laughing stock.
After his adventures with Chelsea led to disappointment, the 25-year-old striker managed to build his reputation as one of the most feared bomber in football.
Manchester United even have to spend up to £ 75 million to get services Lukaku and the striker to redeem the trust with a collection of 27 goals in all competitions.
"My letters have shown tremendous growth," Mertens said at RTBF. "But everyone laughs at his first touch, but Lukaku is a player who after the training session ends he still takes 20 balls and keeps practicing."
"For such an attitude, I am very respectful."
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