The hierarchy of Italian Serie A side AC Milan have made the signing of Nigeria international forward Samuel Chukwueze from Villarreal a priority before the end of the current transfer window, OwnGoalNigeria.comreports.
Milan have been locked in talks with Villarreal for the 24 year old but despite reaching an agreement on personal terms, there is still no breakthrough in the talks over his transfer fee owing to different valuations.
While Milan want to pay a fee of €25m plus add-ons, Villarreal are demanding for a €35m fee with add-ons taking it to the €40m. So far they have refused to back down on their demands despite the fact that Chukwueze has a year to go on his contract at the club.
They have refused to walk away from the deal, especially with the loss of Arnaut Danjuma who was few details away from joining the team but opt out in preference for a move to English Premier League side Everton.
Chukwueze’s camp are also keen on the move, which is putting Villarreal under pressure to lower their demands although they expect Milan to also up their bid, which will be lodged in the coming days.
Daniel Martins
