Milan loses Chukwueze: operated on, his 2026 is finished

Chukwueze underwent surgery on his left hip for a torn tensor fasciae latae tendon; expected to return in January or February.

AC Milan confirmed that Samuel Chukwueze has undergone surgery in London to repair a torn tensor fasciae latae tendon in his left hip. The procedure was performed by Prof. Ernest Schilders and was successful. Recovery is estimated at approximately three months, with the Nigerian winger targeting a return to action between January and February.

Chukwueze suffered the injury during Milan's match against Atalanta on 18 October and has been sidelined since. Before the injury, he had been a regular starter under manager Ruben Amorim in Serie A, making six league appearances with two assists, plus one Europa League appearance.