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Super Eagles winger Samuel Chukwueze could miss out on a potential transfer to Arsenal following an injury he suffered in AC Milan’s 1-1 draw against Roma on Sunday, Soccernet.ng reports.
Chukwueze has been heavily linked with former English Premier League champions Arsenal in recent weeks. The Gunners are desperately in search of a right winger following a hamstring injury to England international Bukayo Saka.
The explosive 23-year-old winger has undergone surgery and is expected to be out of action until late February or March.
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Chukwueze, who has failed to make a big mark at AC Milan has been linked with the Gunners. However, Arsenal may now have to look elsewhere.
Arsenal have identified Samuel Chukwueze as a potential target as they look to cover for the injured Bukayo Saka.
The AC Milan winger is understood to be available for €20m.
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This is as the Super Eagles star sustained an injury in Milan’s 1-1 draw against Roma on Sunday. Chukwueze went down, clutching his thigh, something usually indicative of a hamstring injury.
He is set to undergo tests to ascertain the extent of the injury. But if the injury is confirmed, Chukwueze would spend some weeks on the sidelines.
It could also put paid to the 25-year-old forward’s chances of making a move to Arsenal during the January transfer window, as he would obviously fail his medical. Also, the Gunners need a quick fix and would not want to risk taking a player that would be unable to play for at least the first three weeks of January.
Unless, it is confirmed to be a slight knock, Chukwueze would have to remain in Milan until the end of the season.
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