CHRISTOPHER NKUNKU NEWS

Christopher Nkunku can be the spark for a better Chelsea The France forward is not the answer to Chelsea’s glaring No 9 problem but he is showing glimpses he can knit the forward line together

DECEMBER 28, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Scores in EPL debut Nkunku scored one goal to go with four shots (three on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 2-1 loss versus Wolverhampton.

Impact Nkunku made his Premier League debut and scored in just 31 minutes of play Sunday. With Armando Broja struggling, there is a chance that the forward could see some starts for the team, however is still working on his fitness following his MCL injury. He also scored during Chelsea's EFL Cup clash with Newcastle Tuesday.

DECEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wolves 2-1 Chelsea: Christopher Nkunku scores but Mauricio Pochettino's team beaten at Molineux Report and highlights as goals from Mario Lemina and Matt Doherty earned Wolves a 2-1 win over Chelsea at Molineux. Christopher Nkunku score...

DECEMBER 24, 2023 • SKY.COM

Not ready to start yet Nkunku made his return to the pitch on Tuesday during the Carabao Cup, but is not fully ready to return to the starting XI for the team, according to manager Mauricio Pochettino. "...

Impact Nkunku is expected to get stints off the bench before being an option to start after recovering from an MCL tear in his knee. Once fully heathy, the forward is expected to play alongside Nicolas Jackson in the attack, following a season where he was the Bundesliga golden boot winner in 2022/23, scoring 16 goals in 25 appearances with Leipzig.

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets penalty on debut Nkunku came off the bench and scored in the penalty shootout during Tuesday's 1-1 (4-2p) win over Newcastle.

Impact Nkunku made his long-awaited Chelsea debut off the bench during the EFL Cup success. Nkunku was brought in to lead the line and he could replace Nicolas Jackson in the starting XI, moving forward. Nkunku's first chance for his full Chelsea debut will be during Sunday's trip to Wolves.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

May debut against Newcastle Nkunku went unused as a bench option against Sheffield but may be making his debut against Newcastle on Tuesday in the Carabao Cup, according to manager Mauricio Pochettino. "Chris...

Impact Nkunku has yet to make his debut despite losing the injury tag last week after finally recovering from a lingering knee injury that has kept him out since the summer. However, he may be making a return Tuesday against Newcastle in the Carabao Cup, according to manager Mauricio Pochettino. Based on the manager's quotes, it does not seem like he will start as Pochettino stated, "he has the possibility to be involved in some minutes," so expect the midfielder to only be a bench option again, waiting to get his chance off the bench for a second straight contest.

DECEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unused in return to team sheet Nkunku was on the bench for Saturday's match against Sheffield but went unused as the club continues to monitor his fitness, according to manager Mauricio Pochettino, per Ben Dinne...

Impact Nkunku was closer to making his first appearance in the Premier League than he has been all season, being listed as a bench option but going unused in his return from a knee injury that has kept him out since the summer. It appears he is still not at full fitness but is getting very close to that mark after being left on the bench, and hopefully will get his first chance at playtime soon. With three matches left until the new year, it would be very surprising not to see the attacker on the pitch before 2024.

DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Christopher Nkunku set for Chelsea debut months after knee surgery

Christopher Nkunku will be available to make his Chelsea debut on Saturday, more than four months after a knee injury.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • FOX SPORTS

Nkunku set for Chelsea debut months after knee surgery

Christopher Nkunku will be available to make his Chelsea debut on Saturday, more than four months after a knee injury during a preseason game

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • Associated Press

Available Saturday Nkunku (knee) is available for Saturday's clash with Sheffield United, according to manager Mauricio Pochettino. "Yes, he can be involved. That is very good news. To be involved to...

Impact Nkunku is available once more, though after such a serious knee injury there is no chance he is ready for any sort of major minutes Saturday. Nkunku will slowly work to displace Nicolas Jackson in the starting XI, though injuries have consistent plagued Nkunku, so he will see plenty of rotation.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Continues individual training Nkunku (knee) is still training individually, ahead of Saturday's match against Sheffield.

Impact Nkunku is still only working individually on the training pitch, as he is still looking for his season debut after having surgery on his knee. There is a possibility he could make the team sheet on Saturday, but that may be a long shot with the player not being upgraded to team training. At this point, it is unclear when exactly we will see the attacker on the field for the first time, but he hopes to be back before the winter break, possibly against Wolves or Crystal Palace.

DECEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready for Sunday Nkunku (knee) is not in the squad to face Everton on Sunday.

Impact Nkunku remains out with a knee injury as it's anyone's guess to when he will actually return as Chelsea continue to assess him day by day. The attacker has yet to make his debut for the club after signing in the summer from Leipzig.

DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Status is unclear Nkunku (knee) is a doubt for Sunday's trip to Everton, according to manager Mauricio Pochettino. "Christopher we are still assessing day by day, we will see tomorrow, I don't belie...

Impact Nkunku likely won't be ready for Sunday's trip but Pochettino did keep the door slightly ajar. The forward's return has turned into a saga in-and-of itself. Originally he was supper to be back after the November break, and now it's unclear if he will be back before the winter break. Realistically the striker will play a role when back though he won't be rushed back to risk aggravating the injury.

DECEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return against United Nkunku (knee) will not be an option for Wednesday's match against Manchester United, according to manager Mauricio Pochettino. 'Tomorrow is still too soon, we hope [Nkunku will be...

Impact Nkunku's return against Manchester United would've been a long shot, and it did not come to fruition, as he is out for Wednesday's match. The attacker is currently on a day-by-day plan and could return anytime now, but they will most likely wait until their star signing is completely fit, not risking another injury. They will still hope he returns by the end of the year, possibly starting in his first match back in action.

DECEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still unlikely to return Nkunku (knee) is unlikely to return Sunday against Brighton, according to manager Mauricio Pochettino. "We need to assess Lavia and Nkunku tomorrow and then decide. They are close...

Impact It's been the same update for Nkunku since the beginning of the month, as he's been training for a few weeks now. Unfortunately, they jumped the news a bit and despite offering hopeful updates, they've just made everyone frustrated at when he'll actually return. No matter, he'll need to play off the bench before being given an immediate start.

DECEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not yet ready Nkunku (knee) is out for Saturday's clash with Newcastle, according to manager Mauricio Pochettino. 'Lavia and Nkunku are still out. There is no timeframe for them."

Impact Nkunku was originally hoping to return after the international break but it appears that won't be the case for the forward. He will now make his return sometime in December, with his first chance coming during a Dec. 3 clash with Brighton. Even when deemed fit enough to return Nkunku will probably be a bench option at first.

NOVEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Return pushed to after break Nkunku is not in the match day squad to face Manchester City on Sunday.

Impact Nkunku trained in the buildup to the match, but ultimately misses out on Sunday's squad. The attacker should be available for his Chelsea debut following the international break.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could return Sunday Nkunku (knee) could return for Sunday's clash with Manchester City, according to manager Mauricio Pochettino. 'I think he's close and he is doing really well. We are so happy with...

Impact Nkunku could return in the coming days, even before the international break. This would be a return far ahead of time for the striker, and would certainly raise some concerns of re-injury. A more likely return is to come after the international break during a Nov. 25 trip to Newcastle.

NOVEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Targeting return after break Nkunku (knee) is targeting a return after the November international break, according to manager Mauricio Pochettino. 'Maybe after the international break [in November] he will be...

Impact Nkunku picked up a knee injury that has sidelined him for months shortly after making the switch to Chelsea. The striker should provide a major boost when fit once more, and has made good progress with his recovery. While Nkunku remains sidelined it will likely be some combination of Nicolas Jackson and Cole Palmer who share the duties as the starting striker.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Working in gym Nkunku was seen working in the gym on strengthen drills following his knee surgery from August, per the London is Blue Podcast via Nkunku's social media.

Impact There is still no timeline for Nkunku's return, but it was positive news to see him working on his return. The forward has yet to make his team debut since signing from Leipzig, where he won the Bundesliga golden boot after scoring 16 goals in 25 matches.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Chelsea forward Nkunku to miss 'extended period' because of knee surgery

Chelsea says forward Christopher Nkunku has had knee surgery and will be sidelined for “an extended period."

AUGUST 8, 2023 • Associated Press

Christopher Nkunku injury: How long is Chelsea forward out in 2023? Timeline, and potential games missed Here is what you need to know about Christopher Nkunku's injury and the games the new Chelsea forward could miss.

AUGUST 8, 2023 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Set for knee surgery Nkunku will undergo an operation on his knee and be out multiple months, reports the team.

Impact It's a tough update for Nkunku, who still had hope that this wasn't going to be a serious injury. Instead, he'll miss the first couple months of his Chelsea career, forcing minutes onto another young player in the early season, depending how Mauricio Pochettino wants to play. Nkunku risks spending the next two or three months out, dependent on his recovery.

AUGUST 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Onana, Rice and Nkunku headline the Premier League's top offseason signings

Andre Onana, Declan Rice, Christopher Nkunku, Dominik Szoboszlai, James Maddison and Moussa Diaby are among the most interesting offseason signings in the Premier League in a summe...

AUGUST 7, 2023 • Associated Press

Chelsea striker Nkunku hurts knee in preseason game, could miss start of Premier League

Newly signed Chelsea striker Christopher Nkunku might miss the start of the Premier League season after coming off injured in the team’s final preseason game in the United States

AUGUST 3, 2023 • Associated Press