According to reports, Chelsea are preparing for potential bids for Christopher Nkunku from various clubs in January.
As per Football Insider, sources at Stamford Bridge have indicated that the club anticipates interest from teams both in the Premier League and internationally when the transfer window opens in the new year.
It is believed that the 27-year-old Nkunku has been “frustrated” with his limited playing time at Chelsea, where he has mostly featured in the UEFA Conference League this season.
Nkunku has played in 16 of Chelsea’s 17 league matches this term, but has only been in the starting lineup on two occasions.
🚨 Christopher Nkunku is not happy with his current role at Chelsea and would leave the club in January.
PSG, Fenerbahce and Galatasaray are all interested.
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— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) December 22, 2024
Spanish media reports suggest that Nkunku’s agent, Pini Zahavi, has proposed the French player’s services to La Liga powerhouse Barcelona.
Barcelona’s sporting director Deco is believed to be looking to acquire a new striker to challenge Robert Lewandowski, but any movement is not anticipated until January.
The Catalan club is said to be evaluating several forward options, with Nkunku’s name appearing alongside that of Marcus Rashford, AC Milan’s Rafael Leao, and Napoli’s Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.
Chelsea is currently experiencing a revival under manager Enzo Maresca, sitting second in the Premier League table and unbeaten in their last 12 matches across all competitions.
Maresca’s team will face Fulham on Boxing Day.
Image Source: Christopher Nkunku @ Instagram
