Samuel Chukwueze’s time at AC Milan appears to be nearing an unceremonious end, with the Nigerian winger reportedly among the players expected to leave the club during the upcoming summer transfer window.
Signed from Villarreal with high expectations, Chukwueze has struggled to replicate the form that once made him a standout in La Liga.
Despite his reputation as an explosive attacking talent, the 24-year-old has failed to secure a consistent place in the Rossoneri’s starting eleven.
In his second season with the Italian giants, Chukwueze’s impact has been limited, both in terms of performances and playing time.
So far this campaign, he has featured in 32 matches across all competitions, starting just 11 of them. With a total of 1,214 minutes on the pitch, his contributions have fallen short of expectations.
His tally—five goals and a single assist—is underwhelming when compared to the attacking output he delivered during his time in Spain, particularly during Villarreal’s successful Europa League run.
Despite occasional flashes of brilliance, including a brace against Sassuolo in the Coppa Italia, Chukwueze has largely struggled to adapt to the demands of Serie A.
Injuries have further disrupted his rhythm, compounding the challenge of settling into Milan’s tactical system and contributing consistently on the pitch.
AC Milan, according to Italian publication La Gazzetta dello Sport, is now actively considering offloading Chukwueze.
The club is reportedly preparing for a major reshuffle this summer, especially in light of concerns surrounding their qualification for next season’s UEFA Champions League.
With financial constraints in play, offloading underperforming assets has become a pressing necessity.
Chukwueze, who arrived with a transfer fee reportedly in the region of €20 million, now tops the list of potential summer departures.
The club’s leadership, aware of the need to recalibrate the squad, views his exit as part of a broader strategy to balance the books and inject fresh energy into the team.
Structural changes are also looming behind the scenes. The Milan hierarchy is reportedly exploring high-profile appointments to strengthen the club’s sporting direction.
Names such as Fabio Paratici and Zlatan Ibrahimović have been linked with key roles in shaping the club’s future, a development that could influence the extent of the summer clear-out.
The anticipated exodus may not end with Chukwueze. Other prominent names like Fikayo Tomori, Theo Hernandez, Yunus Musah, and Ruben Loftus-Cheek are also being monitored by clubs abroad.
Tomori, who spent time on loan at Tottenham in January, could make that move permanent. Such potential exits reflect a growing consensus within the club that significant change is needed after a disappointing season.
For Chukwueze, the coming months could be decisive. A move away from Milan may offer the opportunity to reboot his career and rediscover the form that once made him one of Africa’s most promising wingers.
As Milan prepares to write a new chapter, it seems increasingly likely that Chukwueze’s name will not feature in the next edition of the story.
