Nigeria international Samuel Chukwueze could be sidelined for several weeks after experiencing discomfort in his left hip, raising concerns over his availability for AC Milan in the coming matches.

The Milan winger missed Wednesday morning’s training session ahead of the club’s UEFA Europa League encounter with Premier League side Bournemouth, according to reports.

Italian outlet Sport Mediaset reported that Chukwueze is expected to undergo a specialist medical examination to establish the extent of the problem and determine how long he may be unavailable.

The 27-year-old reportedly felt discomfort in his left hip, prompting concerns within the Milan camp about the seriousness of the injury. While an exact recovery period has not been confirmed, the club reportedly fears the issue could keep him out for several weeks or potentially months.

The specialist assessment is expected to provide a clearer picture of the injury and help establish the next steps in his treatment and recovery.

Chukwueze’s potential absence would be an unwelcome development for Milan, particularly given his promising start to the current campaign following his return from a loan spell at Fulham.

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The Nigerian winger has contributed two assists in eight appearances across all competitions this season, making a useful contribution as he looks to establish himself in the team.

His pace, dribbling ability and attacking threat have made him an option for Milan in the wide areas, and an extended spell on the sidelines could disrupt his progress during the campaign.

Chukwueze returned to Milan after spending time on loan at Fulham, where he gained further experience in English football. His current season had offered an opportunity to make an impression back in Italy, but the hip problem could interrupt that momentum.

For now, the immediate priority will be determining the severity of the injury. The outcome of the specialist visit should provide a more reliable indication of whether the winger faces a short absence or a longer period of rehabilitation.

Milan will also be monitoring his recovery as they prepare for their upcoming fixtures, with his availability dependent on the medical assessment and subsequent progress.

The injury concern is also significant for Nigeria, as Chukwueze remains one of the country’s established attacking options. However, no definitive return date has been announced, and the full impact of the problem on his club and international commitments remains unclear.

Until further medical information becomes available, uncertainty will remain over when the winger can resume training and return to competitive action.