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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

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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

Chelsea in talks to sign 22-year-old Bundesliga star amid rumors about Christopher Nkunku leaving club: Reports Chelsea are engaged in talks to sign Borussia Dortmund's Karim Adeyemi, according to journalist Christian Falk.

JANUARY 17, 2025 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Bayern Munich chief breaks silence on claims Harry Kane's side want to sign Christopher Nkunku from Chelsea in January | Goal.com US Bayern director, Max Eberl, has addressed speculation about the Bavarians' potential interest in Chelsea's Christopher Nkunku.

JANUARY 16, 2025 • GOAL.COM

Chelsea allowing Christopher Nkunku to leave for Bayern Munich makes ZERO sense - the underused forward is one of few truly elite players in the Blues' squad | Goal.com US Christopher Nkunku could be allowed to leave Chelsea in the January transfer window amid interest from Bayern Munich, but selling him is the...

JANUARY 14, 2025 • GOAL.COM

Revealed: Huge Christopher Nkunku fee Chelsea are demanding from Bayern Munich as 'unhappy' Blues forward pushes for Harry Kane link-up | Goal.com US Chelsea are reportedly demanding a huge transfer fee for Christopher Nkunku from Bayern Munich, despite his lack of playing time under Enzo...

JANUARY 14, 2025 • GOAL.COM

Chelsea make decision regarding Christopher Nkunku's immediate future at club amid exit links: Reports Premier League giants Chelsea have reportedly revealed their stance on Christopher Nkunku's future at the club amid exit links.

DECEMBER 29, 2024 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Continues bench role Nkunku had one shot (one on goal) in Thursday's 2-1 loss against Fulham.

Impact Nkunku continues to come off a bench as just a sub with Nicolas Jackson's top form for the side. He's only started once in eight matches and just twice in 11 PL appearances, scoring two goals while averaging just about 30 minutes of play per contest.

DECEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Striker start pays dividends Nkunku scored one goal and assisted once from four shots and two chances created in Wednesday's 5-1 victory against Southampton.

Impact December's first eight days include three games for Chelsea, with the Blues' mid-week matchup arguably their easiest. Considering all that, it makes sense they rested their primary striker Nicolas Jackson, who has no reason to be benched based on form after scoring four goals across his last six games. Thus, Nkunku was Chelsea's striker Wednesday. The position paid dividends for him, as he logged his first goal since September and his first assist in a Chelsea uniform. Nkunku as a striker seems decent, but his best shot at regular starts will remain in attacking midfield, with Cole Palmer and perhaps Noni Madueke being the Blues' only locks in that position range.

DECEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Christopher Nkunku tucks away Chelsea's second against Southampton | Premier League

DECEMBER 4, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca speaks out on Christopher Nkunku to Man Utd transfer links as he explains attacker's lack of Premier League minutes | Goal.com US Enzo Maresca insists he wants to keep Christopher Nkunku amid links with Manchester United, as he has explained his lack of minutes this sea...

NOVEMBER 27, 2024 • GOAL.COM

Why Chelsea's great form could lead to Christopher Nkunku leaving in January | Sporting News Canada Christopher Nkunku’s future at Chelsea looks uncertain after limited Premier League action. Will January spark a transfer exit?

NOVEMBER 26, 2024 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Christopher Nkunku set to issue Chelsea ultimatum amid Man Utd rumors | Sporting News Christopher Nkunku is frustrated with his limited role at Chelsea. Could a January move to Manchester United be the answer?

NOVEMBER 18, 2024 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Christopher Nkunku set to issue Chelsea ultimatum amid Man Utd rumors | Sporting News Canada Christopher Nkunku is frustrated with his limited role at Chelsea. Could a January move to Manchester United be the answer?

NOVEMBER 18, 2024 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

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