Samuel Chukwueze is set to join AC Milan in a €28m transfer from Spanish club Villarreal, according to reports. The Nigerian winger is expected to sign a five-year deal with the Italian giants after undergoing a medical this week.
The news was confirmed by Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano, who revealed that the deal had been finalized on Monday. Milan will pay Villarreal a base fee of €20m, with an additional €8m in add-ons. Chukwueze is set to arrive in Milan today and complete the move.
The 24-year-old’s transfer to Milan comes after an impressive season with Villarreal, where he scored 13 goals and provided 11 assists. Chukwueze has been a key player for the Spanish side since making his senior debut in 2018, accumulating 207 appearances and scoring 37 goals in all competitions.
Chukwueze’s move to AC Milan signifies a significant milestone for Nigerian football, as he becomes the sixth Nigerian player to don the famous red and black jersey. Previous Nigerian players who have represented Milan include Taye Taiwo, Nnamdi Oduamadi, Kingsley Umunegbu, Taribo West, and Aliyu Datti.
Former Nigerian international Sam Sodje expressed his optimism about Chukwueze’s ability to handle the pressure of playing for such a prestigious club. Sodje highlighted the fact that playing for a big club like Milan comes with high expectations and pressure. However, he believes that Chukwueze has the talent and potential to thrive in this new challenge.
AC Milan, a seven-time UEFA Champions League winner, has a rich history of success. The addition of Chukwueze to their squad is expected to bring more attention to the Nigerian national team and further raise the profile of Nigerian football.
Chukwueze’s move to Milan was agreed upon last week, and both clubs finalized the transfer documents on Monday night. The completion of the deal is subject to the player passing his medical examination, after which he will officially become an AC Milan player.
In summary, Samuel Chukwueze is on the verge of joining AC Milan in a €28m transfer from Villarreal. The Nigerian winger’s move to the Italian giants is highly anticipated, and he is expected to embrace the challenge of playing for a prestigious club with high expectations.
