Under-fire Nigeria international winger Samuel Chukwueze has opened up on why he isn’t getting a starting spot at AC Milan despite holding the title of their most expensive summer signing, OwnGoalNigeria.comreports.
Chukwueze joined the Milan side from Villarreal for a fee above €20m aside possible add ons, which could see the fee rise to almost €30m. He was the most expensive purchase for the club, who brought in a whooping ten players.
He hasn’t lived up to the price tag and has been limited to playing the substitute in most of the games he has played this season. So far he has started only seven out of the 17 League games he has played this season.
He scored his first league goal in the 3-1 win over Hellas Verona and he immediately explained the reason behind why he is not starting games regularly. The goal was his second in all competitions.
“It wasn’t easy, those who play in my position are doing very well and are scoring a lot (laughs). Of course, the coach cannot put these players on the bench. I continue to work hard and it doesn’t matter if I play little, today’s goal is very important for my confidence. I must continue to be focused on the future”, he told DAZN.
Mohammed Mowiz Suleiman
