Arsenal could be set to lock horns with Premier League rivals Aston Villa in the transfer market as the two clubs are reportedly interested in the same player. As reported by Milan Live, the two teams are keen on unsettled AC Milan winger Samuel Chukwueze, who has yet to nail down a starting spot for himself and could look for a move away.
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The 25-year-old made the move from Villarreal to join the San Siro side around one-and-a-half years ago, but has yet to establish himself as a first-team regular. He arrived in Italy as one of the hottest prospects in Europe, but that fire has since died down slightly due to his lack of adequate involvement in Milan’s games.
As a result, Premier League sides Arsenal and Aston Villa have their tails up as they await an outcome on Chukwueze’s situation. Both teams are in the market for reinforcements in wide attacking areas, which could eventually result in a bidding war should they get positive signs from the player’s camp.
Samuel Chukwueze failed stint with AC Milan
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Chukwueze came through the ranks at Villarreal and was promoted to their B team in 2018, before also making his debut for the main team that same year. A quick, direct and tricky player to face, he made a name for himself playing for the Yellow Submarine.
The Nigerian made 207 appearances for the Spanish side, scoring 37 goals and also providing 31 assists during his time there. Chukwueze’s biggest asset is his ability to create distance from his markers using his pace and explosiveness, after which he can make darting runs in the space left behind the defensive lines.
He is not a very physical player, and hence his defensive work-rate is also on the lower side, but he has a very prominent offensive engine. His profile is decent enough for the Premier League, with both Arsenal and Aston Villa keeping tabs on his situation.
It remains to be seen whether he leaves AC Milan in January or waits it out until next summer.
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