Teddy Sheringham argues that Romelu Lukaku is not suited to playing for Manchester United.

Lukaku has been linked with a move away from Old Trafford this summer – with Juventus and Inter both interested – and the Belgian’s record has subsequently been placed under the microscope.

Since joining the Red Devils from Everton in 2017, the 26-year-old has scored 18 goals in 66 Premier League appearances, which could be considered sub-par given he cost £76million.

Getty 3 Lukaku reportedly wants to leave United this summer

Former United striker Sheringham joined talkSPORT to explain why perhaps it hasn’t really worked out for the Belgian.

“When you play for Everton, you get a lot of space in behind defenders where you can run into,” Sheringham said.

“When you play for Manchester United, a lot of teams come to Old Trafford, sit in and say, ‘Come and beat us’.

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“So all of his attributes – his size, strength and speed – he can’t use them for Manchester United.

“You have to be a certain type of player to get the ball into feet and play, making little dinky runs rather than big powerful runs.

“I don’t think the Manchester United fans have seen the best of him.”

getty 3 Sheringham played up front with current boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer during his United career

Lukaku has reportedly been told he would be second choice behind 21-year-old Marcus Rashford if he stays at Old Trafford this summer.

Rashford enjoyed his most prolific season during the 2018/19 campaign and Sheringham predicts big things for the England star.

“I think he’s got the lot,” Sheringham added. “He’s still only a young lad and he’s shown that he can score goals.

Getty 3 Lukaku has not travelled with United to Norway for a pre-season friendly

“If he was given the main mantle at Old Trafford now, I think it would be perfect for him.

“He’s had three or four seasons where he’s been in and out, he was lot more present last season and he’s coming into a great age.

“He’s shown great attributes. He’s one to keep, work with and look after.”

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