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Christopher Nkunku completes AC Milan switch in deal worth €42m as Chelsea recoup sizeable fee for unwanted Frenchman | Goal.com US Christopher Nkunku has officially joined AC Milan from Chelsea for a permanent fee of €42 million (£36.2m). The French forward has signed a...

AUGUST 30, 2025 • GOAL.COM

Completes Milan move Nkunku has agreed to a five-year contract with Milan after leaving Chelsea.

Impact Nkunku finds a new team after being ousted by Chelsea after not living up to expectations and dealing with a few injuries since joining two years ago. He notched three goals, two assists, 25 shots (12 on target) and 14 key passes in 27 Premier League appearances (nine starts) last season. He'll be an option in multiple offensive roles at Milan, splitting duties primarily with Santiago Gimenez, Rafael Leao and Christian Pulisic.

AUGUST 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Chelsea not picking Jackson and Nkunku as club seeks exit for out-of-favor strikers

Chelsea duo Nicolas Jackson and Christopher Nkunku will not be involved in Friday's Premier League match at West Ham as the club looks to offload the strikers in the final days of...

AUGUST 21, 2025 • Associated Press

Waiting on transfer Nkunku will remain out of Chelsea's squad until a move elsewhere.

Impact Nkunku was playing in preseason until it was confirmed he was done at the club. He's been fit and ready for the past two weeks, but nothing has solidified in terms of his departure. Following a disappointing stint at Chelsea, there have been some reports of a possible move back to RB Leipzig where he scored 36 goals across the 2021/22 and 2022/23 seasons.

AUGUST 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Why Christopher Nkunku is reluctant to be involved in Chelsea's potential swap transfer for RB Leipzig's Xavi Simons - revealed | Goal.com US Christopher Nkunku has been linked with a surprise return to RB Leipzig as Chelsea continue their push to sign Xavi Simons. The French forwa...

AUGUST 11, 2025 • GOAL.COM

Sesko and Ekitiké look to buck trend of ex-Bundesliga forwards struggling after big transfers

Benjamin Sesko’s long-awaited move from Leipzig to Manchester United is done

AUGUST 10, 2025 • Associated Press

Absent from friendly Nkunku was left out of Friday's friendly clash with Leverkusen, due to a potential transfer.

Impact Nkunku has been deemed surplus to requirements at Stamford Bridge, doubly so following the arrivals of Liam Delap and Joao Pedro. The striker has been training and is fit, but wasn't included in the squad as Chelsea look to move him out of the squad. Nkunku scored three goals and added two assists in 27 appearances (nine starts) last season, before Chelsea decided to look elsewhere for attacking threat.

AUGUST 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Man Utd 'Joined' by Two Premier League Rivals in Race for Christopher Nkunku Chelsea reportedly lowered the asking price prompting renewed interest from multiple Premier League clubs.

JULY 24, 2025 • KANSASCITY.COM

Chelsea 'Slash Asking Price' for Wantaway Forward Amid Premier League, Bundesliga Interest Christopher Nkunku’s exit could pave the way for Chelsea to sign Xavi Simons.

JULY 22, 2025 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

After Two-Hour Weather Delay, Chelsea Outlasts Benfica In Club World Cup Win

Chelsea beat Benfica 4-1 in a Club World Cup Round of 16 match that was delayed for two hours due to lightning.

JUNE 29, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

After Two-Hour Weather Delay, Chelsea Outlasts Benfica In Club World Cup Win

Plays off bench Nkunku played the final six minutes of Chelsea's 2-0 win over LAFC on Monday.

Impact Nkunku returned to the pitch after overcoming an injury and played the final six minutes. He is getting back fitness but isn't likely to be a long-term part of the Chelsea team as rumors have linked him with a move away from the club.

JUNE 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Nkunku (undisclosed) is on the bench for Monday's clash with LAFC.

Impact Nkunku is on the bench after being added to the squad list. The forward finished the season on the sideline with an injury but is hoping to return during the pre-season. Any sort of return is more likely than not going to help drum up interest for Nkunku to make a permanent move away from Chelsea.

JUNE 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Makes squad list Nkunku (undisclosed) has traveled to the United States to participate with Chelsea in the Club World Cup, the club announced.

Impact Nkunku ended the season injured but seems to have recovered since he is included in the squad for the Club World Cup starting Monday against LAFC for the Blues. Nkunku had been a regular starter in the frontline prior to his injury and could reclaim that role once fully fit. That said, his exact involvement will likely depend on his sharpness and fitness in training.

JUNE 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Injured to end season Nkunku recorded nine starts in 27 Premier League appearances with Chelsea in 2024/25.

Impact Nkunku has not lived up to expectations since signing from Leipzig in 2023. Injuries have plagued him the past two seasons, and he has seen a decrease in both pace and form. With his lack of health, he's played no more than a bench role, collecting only three goals and two assists and averaging under half a shot per 90 minutes played. With about four years remaining on his contract, a loan spell might be in the works if he cannot improve his play, with Chelsea planning to upgrade their squad after their qualification to the Champions League for 2025/26.

JUNE 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out for season finale Nkunku (undisclosed) is not in the squad for Sunday's match against Nottingham Forest.

Impact Nkunku was deemed fit for selection in the buildup to the match, but ultimately misses Sunday's squad. The attacker hasn't featured since April 13th.

MAY 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Forest Nkunku (undisclosed) is back available for the final game of the season against Nottingham Forest on Sunday, coach Enzo Maresca said in the press conference. "Yes, Christo is avail...

Impact Nkunku has resumed team training this week and will be available for the season finale against Nottingham Forest on sunday after recovering from injury. That said, after almost one month without playing, he will likely start on the bench and could feature in the second half if called upon.

MAY 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not fully fit yet Nkunku (undisclosed) is training partially with the team but isn't fully fit yet, coach Enzo Maresca said in the press conference. "No, I don't know. At the moment Marc and Christo...

Impact Nkunku has resumed parts of team training but is not yet at 100 percent fitness, making him a doubt for the season finale against Nottingham Forest on Sunday. He will likely be assessed in the coming days to determine if he can be included in the match squad. His return would be good news for the Blues as he had been a regular starter for Chelsea since early February before his injury and could be a key element for the Conference League final against Betis next Wednesday as well.

MAY 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out at least ten days Nkunku (undisclosed) will be out for ten to fifteen days, coach Enzo Maresca said in a press conference. "Christo will be out for I think one week or two weeks, we are not sure. We...

Impact Nkunku is dealing with an injury after the knock he received against Djurgarden on Thursday in the Conference League and will be out for 10 to 15 days. That said, he hasn't had regular playing time this season due to injuries, so his absence should not have much impact on the starting XI.

MAY 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Season potentially over Nkunku (undisclosed) is a doubt for the remainder of the season, according to manager Enzo Maresca. "They're going to, because it just happened, so they're going to, we have more n...

Impact Nkunku is in major doubt to play again before the end of the season. The attacker hasn't played in either of the last two matches and is still being examined. Pedro Neto would likely be in for a larger role if Nkunku's season is over.

APRIL 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Onana at fault twice as Man United draws 2-2 at Lyon, Tottenham held at home, Chelsea stays perfect

Lyon scored deep into stoppage time to rescue a 2-2 home draw against Manchester United in a Europa League quarterfinal first leg

APRIL 10, 2025 • Associated Press

Struggles in loss Nkunku struggled without a shot on goal during Sunday's 1-0 loss to Arsenal.

Impact Nkunku got the start on the left wing for the fourth match in a row but struggled. The attacker has surprisingly been shifted out of the striking role and onto the wing, where he has two goal contributions in four matches. Nkunku has taken nine shots (five on target) since the change in position.

MARCH 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores, assists in win Nkunku scored one goal and assisted once from four shots and two chances created in Tuesday's 4-0 victory versus Southampton.

Impact Nkunku had a much needed solid performance on Tuesday, scoring and assisting during the win against the Saints. This gives him three goals and two assists in 23 PL appearances, far from his form when he was with Leipzig, averaging about 18 league goals over two campaigns with the side.

FEBRUARY 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Fails to record single shot Nkunku recorded one cross (zero accurate) in Friday's 3-0 defeat versus Brighton.

Impact Nkunku had a terrible day at striker Friday, failing to record a single shot during the loss to Brighton. With Nicolas Jackson set for a stint on the sidelines, the forward will have to step it up as he is expected to get more starts, having recorded only four starts in 21 PL appearances, scoring two goals with an assist.

FEBRUARY 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca desperate for end of January transfer window as he hits out at 'noise' around Blues squad amid Christopher Nkunku & Joao Felix rumours | Goal.com US Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has claimed he is desperate for the January transfer window to end amid 'noise' regarding a number of players in t...

FEBRUARY 3, 2025 • GOAL.COM

Christopher Nkunku to stay at Chelsea? Why swap deal with Bayern Munich for teenager Mathys Tel could be postponed as transfer hits snag | Goal.com US Christopher Nkunku's proposed move to Bayern Munich in a swap deal for Mathys Tel could be postponed until the summer after the transfer hit...

JANUARY 18, 2025 • GOAL.COM

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Onana at fault twice as Man United draws 2-2 at Lyon, Tottenham held at home, Chelsea stays perfect