SAMUEL CHUKWUEZE NEWS

Passable in Lazio clash Chukwueze won two of three tackles and recorded one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Lazio.

Impact Chukwueze benefitted from Rafael Leao getting benched in this one and had an okay showing, although he wasn't as impactful as other forwards nor involved in the two goals. He's getting more regular minutes than in the past but will likely remain a backup when they are whole. He has logged three shots (zero on target), two key passes and seven crosses (zero accurate) in three games (two starts).

SEPTEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Samuel Chukwueze scores in the 55th minute, AC Milan beats Real Madrid 1-0 at Soldier Field

Samuel Chukwueze scored in the 55th minute and AC Milan beat Real Madrid 1-0 on Wednesday night at Soldier Field in an international friendly

AUGUST 1 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Will sit final games Chukwueze suffered a grade one strain of the biceps femoris in his left thigh, Sportitalia informed.

Impact Chukwueze will skip the last two matches and easily recover during the summer. His absence will lead to more minutes for Yunus Musah and Noah Okafor down the stretch if Ruben Loftus-Cheek (thigh) doesn't return. He closes an uneven first Serie A season, where he rarely earned a regular role, with three goals, three assists, 39 shots (13 on target) and 26 key passes in 30 appearances (14 starts).

MAY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off against Cagliari Chukwueze recorded one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in 45 minutes in Saturday's 5-1 victory over Cagliari before leaving due to a left thigh injury, SportMediaset info...

Impact Chukwueze drew the second start in a row but was forced off at halftime after a muted showing. Usual starter Rafael Leao replaced him off the bench. The two have also starred together in more aggressive lineups. He's headed for some tests ahead of Saturday's tilt against Torino.

MAY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Finds assist Sunday Chukwueze assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and five chances created in Sunday's 3-3 draw versus Genoa.

Impact Chukwueze earned his first start in three appearances Sunday, getting 81 minutes of play and earning an assist in the 45th minute. This gave him his third assist of the season, having four goal contributions in league play. His performance outside of the assist was also great, notching five chances created and six crosses.

MAY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Notches assist versus Lecce Chukwueze drew two fouls and assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal) and five chances created in Saturday's 3-0 victory versus Lecce.

Impact Chukwueze stayed in the XI even though Christian Pulisic was a full-go as Ruben Loftus-Cheek was disqualified, paced his team in key passes and set up the opening goal with a timely feed outside the box. He has logged one goal, one assist, seven shots (three on target) and eight chances created in the last five games (three starts).

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances versus Fiorentina Chukwueze won four duels, had two successful take-ons and recorded one shot (one on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 win over Fiorentina.

Impact Chukwueze played over Christian Pulisic, who returned late from the US and was pretty lively. He had a major chance on a header, but Pietro Terracciano denied him. While he's unlikely to become a regular starter, he's getting more action as of late. He has scored once and added five shots (three on target), three chances created and one inaccurate cross in the last four games (one start).

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Bags goal against Verona Chukwueze scored one goal to go with two shots (one on target) and one interception in 16 minutes in Sunday's 3-1 victory against Verona.

Impact Chukwueze came off the bench late but made his presence felt anyway as he sealed the game with a gorgeous volley from outside the box following a corner kick. He hadn't scored since mid-December. He has tallied five shots (three on target), one key pass and one inaccurate cross in his last five appearances (zero starts).

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Silent despite start versus Monza Chukwueze (AFCON) had one shot on target, one tackle (one won) and one clearance and drew one foul in Sunday's 4-2 loss to Monza.

Impact Chukwueze got the nod in his first game back after AFCON as Rafael Leao and Christian Pulisic both started on the bench, but he didn't make an impact and was replaced at halftime. He didn't have a regular role in the month before leaving, but he'll be in the mix since Milan have a busy schedule. He has posted two goals, one assist, 25 shots (eight on target) and eight chances created in 19 showings (nine starts).

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return versus Monza Chukwueze (AFCON) has been a full-go in training in the last couple of days and is poised to be called up for Sunday's match against Monza, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Chukwueze headed back to Italy on Wednesday but remained unavailable for the latest Europa League tilt due to a lack of practice time and subpar conditioning. He'll be back into the fold over the weekend after sitting out seven games due to international duties. He mostly had a bench role behind Christian Pulisic and Rafael Leao before leaving, tallying one goal, three shots (two on target), three key passes and one inaccurate cross in his last five appearances (one start).

FEBRUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Called up by Nigeria Chukwueze has left Milan to join Nigeria's retreat ahead of AFCON, Il Gazzettino relayed.

Impact Chukwueze departed a little later than other players since he was allowed to play in a Coppa Italia game. He'll be unavailable for the next four matches at least. He generally backs up Rafael Leao and Christian Pulisic. Noah Okafor (thigh), Chaka Traore, and Luka Romero will handle those duties while he's out.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Scores game winner from bench Chukwueze scored a goal while taking one shot (on goal) and creating a chance during Wednesday's 2-1 win over Newcastle.

Impact Chukwueze entered the match in the 83rd minute and scored the game winning goal for Milan a minute into his appearance. The match broke a streak of five straight starts in all competitions for Chukwueze as he has scored two goals and provided an assist across his last six matches.

DECEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Christian Pulisic scores as AC Milan, Newcastle are both eliminated from Champions League

AC Milan’s 2-1 win at Newcastle in the Champions League proved to be in vain as both teams were eliminated from the competition.

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Takes four shots against Frosinone Chukwueze won five duels, had two successful take-ons, and registered four shots (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 3-1 win against Frosinone.

Impact Chukwueze turned in a decent performance while filling in for Rafael Leao again but lacked touch in the box. His teammate could be back for the next match. He has scored and assisted once and added 13 shots (three on target) and three key passes in the last four games.

DECEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores equalizer against Dortmund Chukwueze scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Tuesday's 3-1 defeat against Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Chukwueze collected the ball from Calabria and dribbled past the Dortmund defense and scored in the 37th minute. He completed four dribbles and was instrumental for Milan on the wing. He also made a couple of tackles. He is expected to play an important role for Milan over the next couple of weeks as Rafael Leao has been sidelined due to injury.

NOVEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Slippery versus FIorentina Chukwueze won six duels and one of four tackles, took one off-target shot, and had one successful take-on in Saturday's 1-0 win against Fiorentina.

Impact Chukwueze provided a ton of pace to the Milan frontline but didn't put up numbers in the key categories. He's poised for more opportunities to start since Rafael Leao (thigh) is expected to stay on the mend. He has registered one assist, eight shots (three on target), and six inaccurate crosses in his last five appearances.

NOVEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist versus Lecce Chukwueze assisted once to go with three shots (one on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Lecce.

Impact Chukwueze led his team in shots and deliveries, but most of the credit for the goal goes to Tijjani Reijnders. He answered the bell with Rafael Leao and Christian Pulisic unavailable, and he'll see heightened opportunity if any of the two has to miss more time. This was his first goal contribution of the season. He has posted seven shots (two on target), two key passes, and eight crosses (zero accurate) in his last five appearances.

NOVEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unused versus PSG Chukwueze (thigh) didn't play in Tuesday's 2-1 win over PSG.

Impact Chukwueze shook off an injury, but Christian Pulisic played almost the whole game, and the coach made a different choice when the starter went down with another minor injury. Considering the situation, he could be in the XI versus Lecce on Saturday but faces competition from Luka Romero and Yunus Musah.

NOVEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will return against PSG Chukwueze (thigh) has recuperated from his injury and will be an option versus PSG Tuesday, Sky Italy relayed.

Impact Chukwueze has healed up more quickly than expected and has trained fully for two games in a row. He'll resume providing depth on the wings and was mostly a bench option behind Christian Pulisic and Rafael Leao before getting hurt. He has logged four shots (one on target), one key pass, and five crosses (zero accurate) in his last four games.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers thigh injury Chukwueze will miss about a month due to a biceps femoris strain in his left thigh, Sky Italy informs.

Impact Chukwueze will likely stay on the mend until the next international break, thus skipping six games. Noah Okafor and Luka Jovic will pick up the slack behind the starters. He has appeared nine times so far, starting thrice.

OCTOBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

AC Milan complete Chukwueze signing AC Milan have completed the signing of winger Samuel Chukwueze. The 24-year-old has signed a five-year deal with the Serie A club and will w...

JULY 27, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Bound for Italy Chukwueze secured a transfer to AC Milan from Villarreal on Thursday.

Impact Chukwueze saw action in 37 matches for Villarreal last season, making 27 starts, in which he recorded six goals on 60 shots (17 on target), five assists, 28 crosses (10 accurate) and 12 corners. With Milan, the midfielder should secure regular appearances in the starting XI and could offer solid top-end fantasy production given his offensive upside.

JULY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

AC Milan make bid for Villarreal's Chukwueze AC Milan have bid for Villarreal winger Samuel Chukwueze in a package worth up to €25million (£21.3m). The 24-year-old, who has one year lef...

JULY 6, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Ends season as starter Chukwueze took a shot and created three chances in the 2-2 draw against Atletico Madrid in the season finale.

Impact Chukwueze started just one of Villarreal's first 10 games of the campaign through mid-October, but he featured in all 28 matches from then on and only missed out on two starts. The 24-year-old set personal bests in both goals (six) and assists (five) this season, including a memorable brace against Real Madrid in April.

JUNE 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Celta Vigo Chukwueze is fit and in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Celta Vigo.

Impact Chukwueze is a surprising addition to the starting XI after it made been reported that he tore a muscle in his hamstring. This is not the case apparently as the attacker starts on Sunday having scored six goals and provided five assists in 30 appearances.

APRIL 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE