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Nkunku has struggled to secure a consistent spot in the starting eleven.
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Chelsea are reportedly open to selling forward Christopher Nkunku this summer, with Manchester United among the clubs keen on securing his services.
The Red Devils have been quoted a fee of £35 million, according to a report by The Mirror.
Nkunku, who joined Chelsea in the summer of 2023 for £52 million from RB Leipzig, was once seen as a key piece in the club’s attacking puzzle.
But after a string of injury setbacks and a system mismatch under current manager Enzo Maresca, his future at Stamford Bridge has come under serious doubt.
Nkunku’s Fall Down the Pecking Order
The French international started in Chelsea’s recent 2-1 win over Palmeiras in the Club World Cup, but has struggled to secure a consistent spot in the starting eleven.
The summer arrivals of attackers Liam Delap, Joao Pedro, and Jamie Gittens have only compounded his uncertainty, pushing him further down the pecking order.
Nkunku made 27 Premier League appearances last season, scoring 3 goals and providing 2 assists.
He added 5 more goals in the Conference League, but it wasn’t enough to cement his place in Maresca’s plans.
Sources suggest Nkunku has made the decision to leave Chelsea this summer, with Bayern Munich and Manchester United expressing interest.
United are said to have already reached out to his representatives, and a £35 million price tag has reportedly been set.
Arsenal Eye Madueke, Kudus in the Mix
Nkunku may not be the only high-profile attacker heading for the exit.
Fellow winger Noni Madueke is reportedly open to joining Arsenal, who are exploring wide options.
Chelsea are believed to be asking for around £50 million for the England international.
Should Madueke depart, the Blues may turn their attention to Mohammed Kudus of West Ham United, valued at £60 million.
