The young French attacker Christopher Nkunku was faster than thunder to recent speculations over his possible exit from Chelsea. The 24-year-old has not been as visibly present in the team this season. And this led many to speculate that he might be looking for a transfer out, perhaps back to his old club PSG. Well, Nkunku has now addressed those speculations and made himself crystal clear.
Gametime Struggle for Nkunku at Chelsea
One of the big signings for Chelsea is Nkunku, signed from RB Leipzig with a lot of hype and expectation. However, since the start of the season, Nkunku has hardly played in the PL. As Blues’ Italian manager, Enzo Maresca has something else in his mind. The 26-year-old forward did play during the start of the season but has received just 68 minutes of action since then. Most of his playing time has been spent in the Conference League and other competitions.
Nkunku seems to be behind Nicolas Jackson, who, at the moment is the first choice of Maresca for the role of the center-forward. This situation has particularly attracted a lot of attention. Maybe because Nkunku was among Chelsea’s big signings and arrived with a very good reputation as a prolific scorer.
Nkunku’s Goal-Scoring Attribute
At least going by the small chances he has been getting into, Nkunku has turned them out for good. With seven goals in just eleven appearances this season, his goal-scoring rate remains evidence that he is still a deadly finisher given the playing opportunity.
Indeed, this is exactly the situation with Nkunku, who performed so impressively even though he sat on the bench most of the season. Attention seems to be shifting to him, but for the player himself, it is pretty obvious that he would love to have a more important role, more so in the Premier League where Chelsea had been struggling for consistency.
Nkunku Addresses PSG Rumors
With his stay in Chelsea still uncertain, reports are floating about a possible transfer back to the PSG, where Nkunku started his professional journey. The French club has always been interested in bringing him back, especially after his strong performances at RB Leipzig and now at Chelsea. However, Nkunku has put those rumors to rest.
Speaking to Telefoot while on international duty with the French national team, Nkunku said, “PSG is still a big club. I’ve always said there has been no approach.”
Nkunku has said that, at least for now, his focus is on Chelsea. And he also does not want to go anywhere despite having tricky times. This should soothe the nerves of Chelsea fans since fans dread losing such a quality player like Nkunku. Especially when the club has been failing to score sufficient goals lately in the Premier League.
Praises From Wesley Fofana
Chelsea teammate Wesley Fofana has lavished praise on the France striker. Called up to the French national team, the skills that Nkunku has offered in-front-of-goal have been spoken about glowingly by Fofana.
“When he plays as number 9, his finishing is incredible,” Fofana told the media during a press conference. “I have rarely seen someone who finishes so well in front of goal.”
Praise is coming from a fellow teammate, and it shows that, though he doesn’t play regularly as a starter, he remains one of the best finishers at the club. Further comments from Fofana will mean more pressure on Maresca to give more chances to Nkunku in Premier League matches.
Conclusion
At least for the short term, Nkunku will go back to Chelsea after the international break. And hope that more opportunities come to appear in the Premier League. With his impressive goal-scoring record, it will be hard for Maresca to bench him for too long. Chelsea’s inconsistency in the league might also put their hands in compulsion to field the player who can resolve their problems by scoring goals.
Nkunku has proved he has the quality to play a lot for Chelsea. Still not certain if he will have the chance to do so regularly. But he looks to commit to the club as it is at the moment unless his minutes improve. Then, maybe, those rumors linking him with a move away, possibly back to PSG, will grow louder.
Meanwhile, Nkunku could find solace in the fact that his stint in the cup competitions and UEFA Conference League has been phenomenal. He scores at this rate and it might not be long before Maresca can give him more playing minutes in the Premier League.
For now, Nkunku will continue to work hard and prove why he should be one of Chelsea’s front-line choices. Whether he remains at Chelsea for the long haul or looks elsewhere for a move, there is one thing for sure: Nkunku is still the most talented forward in European football.
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