Milan set to reward Chukwueze with new deal

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AC Milan are preparing to open contract talks with Samuel Chukwueze, with the Nigeria international’s impressive start to the season prompting the Serie A club to consider extending his stay beyond 2028, PUNCH Sports Extra reports.

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The 27-year-old, who spent last season on loan at Fulham, has started each of Milan’s opening three league matches and provided two assists after being handed a fresh role as a right-sided wing-back by manager Ruben Amorim. He set up Adrien Rabiot’s goal against Torino before teeing up Alphadjo Cisse last weekend at Juventus, while also offering a solid defensive contribution in his unfamiliar position.

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According to Italian transfer expert Nicolo Schira, the Rossoneri are now ready to begin negotiations with the winger’s representatives over a renewal that could keep him at the club until 2031. His existing contract runs until June 2028, though talks over an extension are yet to formally begin.

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Chukwueze has struggled to establish himself as a first-choice player since joining Milan from Villarreal in July 2023, with inconsistent form and limited game time previously fuelling speculation over a possible exit.

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His early-season displays under Amorim, who has spoken highly of the Nigerian since his first press conference in charge, appear to have changed that outlook considerably.

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For now, the player’s focus remains on the pitch, as he looks to build on what has been described as his best start to a season since arriving in Italy.

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