AC Milan have lost against Roma 0-1 in the first leg fixture of the Europa League quarter-finals and drew against Sassuolo 3-3. But, one important player who still managed to showcase his abilities is Samuel Chukwueze.
The great enthusiasm that accompanied the Nigerian winger's arrival in the Rossoneri was not the result of collective hallucination. The numbers have never been those of a double-digit scorer, but Samuel was still one of the best offensive wingers in La Liga, a major player also in the Champions League against Villarreal, and he ended up in Real Madrid's sights.
After a decidedly mediocre first part of the season, the Nigerian national team player has internalized what it means to play for Milan, and now he is a completely different player with his unpredictability, speed in tight spaces, and intoxicating dribbling. It's no coincidence that the only real danger created against Roma in the first leg came thanks to a moment of magic from Chukwueze, who, after leaving three opponents behind, served the easiest of assists to Giroud. Against Sassuolo, he confirmed himself to be in top form with two great goals disallowed due to a matter of inches, maybe millimeters.
Chukwueze must be given chances continually in the Milan lineup
Beyond what may be the sentiment of the fan and the city rivalry with Inter, the game not to be missed is Thursday's against Roma. Let's return to the discussion of details: Pioli is called upon not to make mistakes in the lineup choices, and today it almost seems sacrilegious to exclude Chukwueze from the starting eleven. Milan at the Olimpico must be brave and at the same time balanced, considering the form of its own players.
One idea could be to move Loftus-Cheek back into midfield with Pulisic as a playmaker and Chukwueze on the right. Clearly, only Pioli can gauge the situation and try to make the best choice. For the future of Milan and for his own.
Source: Calciomercato.com
