Fulham have rekindled their interest in AC MIlan winger Samuel Chukwueze and Craven Cottage looks the most likely destination for the Nigerian international, according to reports from Italy.
The Whites came close to completing a deal for the 26 year-old wide man in January having agreed a fee with Milan, but the transfer failed to beat the clock on deadline day. Chukwueze, who has been deemed surplus to requirements by Massimiliano Allegri, has struggled in two seasons at the San Siro – making 71 appearances, scoring eight goals and adding six assists.
The former Villarreal winger is interested in plying his trade in the Premier League and Fulham have edged ahead of Beskitas and Fenerbahce, according to Calciomerceto. The Rossoneri are looking to recoup as much of the £17m they paid the Yellow Submarine, but the Cottagers would prefer a loan with an option to buy as they assess the options for Marco Silva to strengthen his squad.
The pacey winger was a huge hit in Spain, helping Villarreal win the Europa League in 2021, and scored 37 goals in 207 appearances. Chukwueze, who has scored seven goals in 45 senior internationals for the Super Eagles, is considered an alternative to Reiss Nelson. The Arsenal wide man spent last season on loan at Craven Cottage and the clubs are said to be close to concluding a deal for the 25 year-old to build on his twelve games and two goals before an untimely hamstring injury ended his season in December.
