AC Milan winger Samuel Chukwueze has emerged as a potential last-minute target for Premier League side Fulham. The Nigerian international, who has struggled to make a significant impact since joining Milan, could be on the move as the Rossoneri consider offloading him before the window shuts.
Calciomercato detail how Chukwueze’s time at Milan has been less than stellar, with the player failing to live up to expectations following his summer move from Villarreal. His recent defensive lapse in the Milan derby, which led to Stefan de Vrij’s equalizer, has further strained his relationship with new manager Sergio Conceicao.
As Milan pursue Fiorentina’s Riccardo Sottil, they appear open to the possibility of Chukwueze’s departure. The interest from England materialized quickly, with West Ham initially expressing interest earlier in the day. However, it’s Fulham who have made a more concrete approach in the final hours of the transfer window.
Despite Fulham’s keen interest, the potential deal faces significant hurdles. The primary obstacle is the limited time remaining to negotiate and complete such a complex transfer. Additionally, Fulham are reportedly close to securing the return of Willian on a free transfer, which could impact their pursuit of Chukwueze.
While the odds may be stacked against a successful transfer, Milan remain hopeful of finding a solution for Chukwueze before the deadline. The coming hours will be crucial in determining whether the Nigerian winger will swap Serie A for the Premier League in this last-gasp move.
