AC Milan’s Samuel Chukwueze, the Nigerian winger, faces a crucial juncture in his season as he strives to validate his status as a successful summer acquisition, especially considering the significant investment made in him. Despite arriving for a hefty fee of €20m, with an additional €8m potentially in bonuses, Chukwueze has not made the expected impact since his move from Villarreal, as pointed out by Milan News.
Compared to other summer signings such as Christian Pulisic, Ruben Loftus-Cheek, and Tijjani Reijnders, Chukwueze has underperformed. In Serie A, he has played 15 games, amassing 585 minutes, but has yet to score a goal and has provided only one assist. Additionally, he has started in just seven league matches. These numbers are partially attributed to his involvement in the Africa Cup of Nations with Nigeria, where he reached the final, as well as an injury prior to the tournament.
While Chukwueze did manage to score against Newcastle and Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League group stage, his overall output has not justified his high price tag. If he fails to elevate his performances in the latter stages of the season, AC Milan may need to reassess his future, despite his potential value in the transfer market.
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