Fulham manager Marco Silva has pushed back against growing excitement about turning Samuel Chukwueze’s loan move into a permanent transfer in England, Soccernet.ng reports.
The Portuguese gaffer has urged patience as the Super Eagles winger continues to settle into life at Craven Cottage.
Chukwueze, who arrived from AC Milan on a season-long loan with an option to buy, has impressed the West London fans in recent weeks.
This has sparked speculations that Fulham may be ready to trigger the clause that might see him bid goodbyes to the San Siro Stadium.
Silva on Chukwueze's Permanent Transfer
As reported by SportMediaset, and MilanPress, Silva insisted the club is not ready to make any long-term commitments, stressing that both Fulham and the player remain calm about what happens next.
“A permanent deal? I don’t think it’s the right time to talk about it. We have time to make that decision. We’re relaxed about it, and so is he. He knows what he has to do, he knows he has to continue helping the team. At the right time, we’ll make the right decision.”
Marco Silva praises Chukwueze’s impact
Silva noted that Chukwueze's experience at a major European club like AC Milan has equipped him to handle expectations.
“He’s mature, has quality, and is a creative player. We want to see more from him, even if he doesn’t have to prove his worth every single game, because he’s an international player who comes from a big European club and knows what pressure means.”
He also commended the Nigerian winger’s positive attitude around the squad.
“Beyond his qualities as a player, he spreads good vibes to everyone. He’s a good guy and enjoys battling with us every single day. It’s nice to see him always smiling. Then when he has to work, he works.”
Chukwueze’s revival at Fulham has strengthened the club’s attack and revived his confidence, but Silva’s comments show the Premier League side is taking a careful approach before deciding on a permanent move.
A final decision is expected later in the season as Fulham assess his performance and long-term fit.
