‘World-class’ 35-goals star ‘wants’ Chelsea move – report
According to reports, Christopher Nkunku, a target for Chelsea, is eager to join the west London club, claims journalist Simon Phillips.
According to reports, the 24-year-contract old’s has a €60 million (£53 million) release clause that will go into effect in 2023.
The Telegraph claimed on Wednesday that Chelsea was keeping tabs on Nkunku. Since then, the same source has reported that the Frenchman has undergone testing in preparation for a prospective transfer to Stamford Bridge early in the following season. It’s not surprising that many are interested in him because of his outstanding 2021/22 campaign.
However, In total, Nkunku scored 35 goals in all competitions, with four of those coming in the DFB-Pokal as RB Leipzig went on to win the competition on penalties.
Following his exploits at the Red Bull Arena, Nkunku put pen to paper on a new contract in June, ending any hope clubs had of signing him in the transfer window just gone.
However, with a £53m release clause in his contract, which can be triggered next summer, a move still looks highly likely.
Phillips has told GIVEMESPORT that Nkunku is more than open to joining Chelsea.
Speaking to GMS, the journalist said: “The medical doesn’t mean it’s a done deal yet. They’re still in talks with his people, but he’s very keen. He wants to move to London. He’s especially keen to play for Chelsea.
“Obviously his release clause comes into play next summer and I think that will be just over 50 million, so he’s definitely attainable. And if you’re going to buy a top forward player like Nkunku, that’s a really good price to get him for.”