Soccer:Chelsea have reportedly made a bid for Anderlecht striker Romelu Lukaku. The Blues have long been leading the chase for the 18-year-old, who is valued at around €22million by his club.

According to reports, the club’s interest has now been formalised into an offer for the Belgian player.

Lukaku, who has also been linked with Arsenal, Liverpool, Manchester City and Tottenham in the past, is already a regular for his club and a full international while he's also been touted as the new Didier Drogba by some for his powerful style of play.

While he has been linked to clubs throughout Europe, he has previously revealed he wanted to move to the Premier League. And as a confirmed Chelsea fan, the lure of a move to Stamford Bridge could prove too powerful to resist.

Arsenal have confirmed midfielder Denilson has returned to former club Sao Paulo on loan for the 2011-12 campaign.

The 23-year-old, signed in August 2006, struggled to hold down a regular place in Arsene Wenger's side last season. The Brazil midfielder is looking forward to getting back into action.

He said: "I will be playing in Brazil next season as I felt that this is a good opportunity for me to play regular first-team football. I move away with sadness because I have so many friends at Arsenal and everyone has always been so supportive towards me.

"I'm now focused on doing well in Brazil next season, but will always be looking out for the Arsenal results. It is a great club with many great players, a good team spirit and a top-class manager. I wish you well for next season."