The Serie A champions Inter Milan have been monitoring the situation closely, with discussions ongoing for several days. However, Chelsea aren’t in panic mode. Enzo Maresca has not made it a priority for Nkunku to leave and still sees a future for Nkunku at Stamford Bridge, if he can remain fit.
Nkunku came from RB Leipzig last summer for about €60 million, but after a frustrating first season with injuries, was only available for 12 Premier League appearances. Nkunku showed a few glimpses of brilliance as to why Chelsea acted quickly to bring him in.
Inter Milan’s Plan B, Not Plan A
Inter’s interest in Nkunku is genuine but secondary. Their primary target remains Ademola Lookman, with a €45 million bid already rejected by Atalanta. Nkunku represents a strong fallback option, but his €6.5 million net salary complicates any deal. A loan might be an option, but only if the player accepts a reduction in salary and especially with the 2026 World Cup coming on the horizon.
Although Nkunku’s technical ability and adaptability fits in with Inter Milan style, but there’s no denying his injury history gives the club pause. For now, we see him as a plan B, not as a plan A. The club’s leadership has taken a cautious approach in determining if the potential upside are worth the financial and medical uncertainty.
🚨 Inter Milan has been in talks with Christopher Nkunku's representatives for several days.
Enzo Maresca has not made his departure a must. In light of the last few months, he believes his player can be part of the project.
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Chelsea: Listening, Not Actively Shopping
Chelsea are open to offers but not actively pushing Nkunku out the door. Club sources suggest Maresca still sees value in Nkunku’s profile for his system. Yet, with the arrivals of Delap, João Pedro, and Jamie Gittens, the forward line is more competitive than ever.
Should Chelsea pull off further signings—like Xavi Simons or Alejandro Garnacho—Nkunku’s minutes could take a hit. But for now, it’s all quiet conversations, exploratory calls, and a slightly ajar door. The coming weeks will reveal whether it swings open—or gently clicks shut.
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