Samuel Chukwueze, Super Eagles winger will wear number 21 at AC Milan, according to Platinum Times Nigeria.
The international football player from Nigeria came in Milan on Wednesday and had his physical exams with the seven-time European champions at the La Madonnina Clinic.
By writing the number 21 on a sneaker that a Milan supporter brought him for his autograph, the electrifying winger revealed his squad number for the upcoming campaign.
Andrea Pirlo, a former midfielder for Italy and AC Milan, was the last person to wear the shirt.
The Rooseneri are anticipated to unveil Chukwueze on Thursday (today).
The 24-year-old player transferred from LaLiga team Villarreal to AC Milan.
Villarreal will earn €28 million, plus add-ons for Chukwueze, in exchange for his five-year deal, and add-ons for the player.