Chelsea might still be in search of another striker to transfer in January. However I don't think they are thinking of bringing back Lukaku at all indeed. They are speculated with Ronaldo for now but we will see.
Ronaldo is already very likely to leave the team at the earliest opportunity. He isn't wanted by Erik ten Hag clearly and this is the best thing to do for Ronaldo as a result. Chelsea are actually after many strikers according to some reports but signing Ronaldo on a free transfer might seem more favourable for them. But his salary might still be quite big though.
Bringing Lukaku home would be the second mistake Chelsea have made, Lukaku can't develop with Chelsea. Selling Lukaku can be done as an option to bring in another striker who is more qualified and can adapt to the team. Ronaldo can be a short-term option, but Chelsea do not need to rush to sign Ronaldo. Chelsea will have to wait until Ronaldo's contract with Manchester United expires in order to be able to sign him on a free transfer.Ronaldo is already very likely to leave the team at the earliest opportunity. He isn't wanted by Erik ten Hag clearly and this is the best thing to do for Ronaldo as a result. Chelsea are actually after many strikers according to some reports but signing Ronaldo on a free transfer might seem more favourable for them. But his salary might still be quite big though.
Chelsea must make an internal approach with Ronaldo. After Manchester United punished Ronaldo for his undisciplined attitude when Manchester United faced Tottenham, it is estimated that Ronaldo's relationship with Manchester United will continue to crack. Chelsea could take advantage of this situation to approach Ronaldo to join them when his contract expires.
