And the path for Christopher Nkunku’s Stamford Bridge career may swiftly change direction soon as heavyweights circle across Europe. Bayern Munich, Newcastle United, Nottingham Forest and leading clubs in Italy have now made enquiries to look into the possibility of signing the 26-year-old forward. Chelsea are open to selling as they restructure their attack under new boss Enzo Maresca.
Bayern lead as Chelsea lower asking price
Bayern Munich are leading the race, with Nkunku willing to return to the Bundesliga. The German heavyweights see him as a clever, budget-friendly alternative if their pursuit of other targets fall through. Reports indicate that Chelsea have significantly lowered the €65 million asking price down to approximately £43m in order to get a deal over the line.
Nkunku wants a move to Bayern, where he expects Champions League football and more consistent game time — something he missed at Chelsea due to injuries and heavy competition. With Chelsea targeting the likes of young blood such as João Pedro, Liam Delap and, potentially, Abde Ezzalzouli, a Nkunku departure appears to be edging closer.
Premier League and Serie A sides ramp up talks
Newcastle United have a quietly earmarked Nkunku. The Magpies are fans of his flexibility in a number of positons and could table an official offer as they gear up for another European adventure. Meanwhile Nottingham Forest have surprisingly emerged also interested in a deal as they look to recruit an experienced name with creativity.
Inter Milan have approached Nkunku’s camp already in Italy. There has yet to be a formal bid, but there is momentum. If Chelsea’s £43m valuation holds and Christopher Nkunku agrees personal terms, a deal could happen quickly.
Nkunku’s next step is coming to a boil—and with a handful of big names eyeing him, this one ain’t over yet.
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