Samuel Chukwueze has not started in the first three Serie A games as he found Christian Pulisic in great form and ahead of him. The Nigerian signed for the Rossoneri for a fee close to 28 million euros (plus bonuses) from Villarreal, according to Calciomercato.com, and he has returned to Milanello with a lot of confidence after representing the Nigerian national team.
His physical condition, which was not excellent in his first outings of the season, has definitely improved, as Pioli knows well and is counting on him for the derby against Inter, scheduled for Saturday at 6 pm.
For the derby, Christian Pulisic's condition will be crucial. The American will only return to the group on Thursday, if he gives the right guarantees and signs during training sessions, he will start versus Inter. In case Pulisic does not showcase great form in training, then there will be an opening for Chukwueze who is very eager to play more minutes.
From the derby onwards, AC Milan team will play three times a week until the next break in mid-October. Pulisic is now the first choice, but certainly the right winger knows that he was not taken to be an alternative. And he is ready to change Pioli's mind.
