AC Milan’s Samuel Chukwueze is set to make his first back-to-back starts

Samuel Chukwueze, the Super Eagles’ standout, is on the verge of making his first consecutive start for Stefano Pioli’s AC Milan following his summer transfer move, according to Soccernet.ng.

Despite joining Milan shortly after the arrival of American international Christian Pulisic, Chukwueze has faced stiff competition, with Pulisic frequently preferred over the Nigerian star.

However, an opportunity has arisen for Chukwueze after Rafael Leao was injured in a 2-2 draw with Lecce, allowing the Nigerian winger to potentially secure back-to-back starts for the first time since joining Milan.

Pioli is considering repositioning Noah Okafor to cover for the suspended Olivier Giroud upfront after Leao suffered a first-degree lesion on his right femoral bicep during the match at the Via del Mare Stadium before the recent international break.

Chukwueze would likely start on the right side of Milan’s attacking trio, with Pulisic taking over the left flank and Okafor moving centrally in Leao’s absence.

Preparations are underway, with the potential makeshift attacking trio expected to train together ahead of the upcoming games against Fiorentina and Dortmund in the Champions League.

This chance could be crucial for the quick Nigerian winger to cement his place in the AC Milan squad, giving Pioli more depth and selection dilemmas.