Aston Villa are keeping a close eye on Super Eagles winger Samuel Chukwueze’s situation as they weigh up a potential summer move for the AC Milan star, Footynaija.com reports.
Chukwueze has struggled to make a significant impact since arriving Milan from Villarreal in the summer of 2023. Despite enjoying a fantastic stint in Spain, the Nigerian has found it difficult to replicate his exploits in the Serie A.
Since making the switch to Italy, the usually electric winger has looked a complete shadow of the player that burst onto the scene in Spain. He has managed just seven goals and four assists in 59 appearances across all competitions.
This season, he has managed just two goals from 19 Serie A appearances. He has also failed to start in any of Milan’s last five Serie outings, managing just two appearances from the substitute bench in that time.
Chukwueze’s inconsistent performances have seen his opportunities become limited under new Milan manager Sergio Conceicao, with the 27-year-old restricted to rare substitute appearances, fueling rumors of a summer exit.
Reports from MilanLive.it suggest that Aston Villa are contemplating a possible reunion for Chukwueze and Unai Emery, who coached the winger during his electrifying days at Villarreal.
The Villans are thought to be considering both a permanent transfer and a loan deal with an option or obligation to buy. A move to the Premier League could finally be on the cards for the Nigerian who came close to joining Fulham during the winter transfer window.
If Aston Villa choose to formalize their interest in Chukwueze when the summer window opens, the exciting wide man could potentially go on to thrive in a new environment, particularly under a manager who previously got the best out of him at Villarreal.
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