Chukwueze Set To Miss Fulham’s Away Clash Against Sunderland

Fulham will travel to the Stadium of Light this weekend without Nigerian winger Samuel Chukwueze after manager Marco Silva confirmed the forward has been ruled out with a calf injury. According to Ireporter Online, the 26-year-old sustained the knock during Fulham’s 3-0 loss to Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium, a setback that disrupted the Cottagers’ recent run of positive results.

Chukwueze was absent from the squad that secured victory over Stoke City in the FA Cup and will also miss Sunday’s Premier League encounter against Sunderland. Addressing the media ahead of the fixture, Silva played down fears over the severity of the injury, explaining that while the issue is not serious, it is significant enough to keep the winger sidelined for the upcoming trip.

The Fulham boss indicated that the injury is expected to be short-term, expressing optimism that the player will resume full training early next week and return to action for the club’s subsequent fixture.

Chukwueze, who joined Fulham on loan from AC Milan, has gradually rediscovered his form in England after a challenging spell in Serie A. The former Villarreal CF star has contributed three goals and four assists in 13 Premier League appearances, emerging as an increasingly influential figure in Fulham’s push for a potential European qualification spot.