Transfer: Chukwueze Set for Shock Move to Arsenal to Replace Saka
AC Milan winger Samuel Chukwueze could be set for a surprising move to Arsenal in the upcoming January transfer window. According to reports from TeamTalk, the Gunners are preparing to offer Jakub Kiwior as part of a swap deal to bring the Nigerian forward to the Emirates.
Chukwueze, who made the switch from Villarreal to AC Milan for a reported €21.1 million last year, has struggled to establish himself as a key player at the Serie A club. During his first season with Milan, the 25-year-old managed to score three goals and provide three assists in 33 appearances across all competitions. However, his impact has been limited, and this season, Chukwueze has scored three goals and registered one assist in 21 appearances, with most of his minutes coming as a substitute. This lack of consistent starting opportunities has led to speculation that the winger may seek a move away from Milan.
In contrast, Jakub Kiwior, the 24-year-old defender at Arsenal, has found himself on the fringes of the first team this season. With only eight Premier League appearances to his name, Kiwior has not been able to secure a regular starting spot under manager Mikel Arteta. As a result, the Polish international is considered surplus to requirements at the Emirates, and a move away from the club seems increasingly likely. It is believed that Kiwior could be used as a bargaining chip in the potential deal to bring Chukwueze to Arsenal.
Arsenal has long been interested in signing Chukwueze, with the club previously linked to the winger in the past. The Gunners are particularly keen on reinforcing their attacking options following recent injuries to key players, including Raheem Sterling and Bukayo Saka. With the club’s need for a reliable winger growing, Arsenal is eager to finalize the transfer of Chukwueze and bolster their squad for the second half of the season.
The proposed swap deal involving Kiwior could be a win-win situation for both clubs. Milan would gain a versatile defender in Kiwior, who could add depth to their backline, while Arsenal would secure a talented winger in Chukwueze, who has the potential to make an immediate impact in the Premier League.
As the January transfer window approaches, it remains to be seen whether this deal will come to fruition, but the potential move for Chukwueze to Arsenal is certainly one to watch.
