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Samuel Chukwueze gets backing of ex-Milan goalkeeper Giovanni Galli
By Monsurah Olatunji
Former Milan goalkeeper Giovanni Galli has backed Samuel Chukwueze to turn things around at AC Milan.
The 24-year-old has had a difficult start to life with the Italian giants following his much-celebrated arrival from LALIGA side, Villarreal in the summer.
The Nigerian international has provided just one assist in eight appearances for Milan this season.
He missed Nigeria’s last two matches during the international break due to an injury but he is set to return as Milan welcomes Fiorentina this weekend.
With Rafael Leao and Olivier Giroud injured, the Super Eagles star is expected to step up and make the difference.
“Right now, playing a delicate game without two such strong strikers can weigh heavily,” Galli said per Notizie Milan.
“For Fiorentina, it will be a clear advantage, but I expect that sooner or later the others will also be unblocked.
“Above all, Chukwueze. So far it hasn’t been seen, but the player observed in Spain can entertain.”
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