Chukwueze Set For Spell Out After Hip Injury
AC Milan winger Samuel Chukwueze is facing a period on the sidelines after picking up a hip problem, with the club awaiting further medical guidance on the severity of the issue. The 27-year-old was absent from…
Samuel Chukwueze has established himself as one of the more prominent Nigerian players in Europe's top leagues, having moved to AC Milan from Villarreal in 2023 after making his name as a pacey, dribbling winger. His fitness and form are closely followed by Nigerian football fans given his standing as a regular feature of the Super Eagles squad, meaning injury lay-offs at club level often raise questions about his availability for both Milan and future international duty.
The reports agree that Chukwueze picked up a left hip injury following a recent Serie A outing and will sit out AC Milan's Europa League fixture against Bournemouth. What remains unclear from the coverage so far is the precise severity of the injury, how long he is expected to be sidelined, and when the club will issue further medical updates — details that will determine whether the issue also affects his upcoming Super Eagles commitments.