Bayern Munich are reportedly in negotiations with Chelsea to sign French forward Christopher Nkunku, with a loan move and option to buy being explored.
Bayern Open Talks With Chelsea
According to the Daily Mail, the Bundesliga champions have initiated discussions with Chelsea as they look to strengthen their attacking options. Bayern would prefer an initial loan deal with a potential obligation to buy, though talks remain at an early stage.
Nkunku joined Chelsea from RB Leipzig in 2023 for £52.7 million, but injuries and inconsistency have limited his impact. Now 27, the Frenchman has slipped down the pecking order under Enzo Maresca following the arrivals of Joao Pedro, Liam Delap, Jamie Gittens, and Estevao Willian this summer.
Chelsea Ready to Part Ways
Chelsea appear open to sanctioning Nkunku’s exit just two years into his six-year contract. With the Blues pursuing Xavi Simons of RB Leipzig and Alejandro Garnacho of Manchester United, the forward’s Stamford Bridge future looks increasingly uncertain. Maresca hinted back in June that Nkunku might not be part of his long-term vision.
Bayern’s Rebuild Under Kompany
Bayern’s pursuit of Nkunku comes amid a significant overhaul in attack. The club has already secured Luis Díaz from Liverpool, but the departures of Leroy Sané and Kingsley Coman have left Vincent Kompany eager to reinforce his wide options.
Nkunku’s versatility — capable of playing as a winger, attacking midfielder, or second striker — makes him an ideal fit. His Bundesliga record with RB Leipzig speaks for itself: 70 goals and 56 assists in 172 games.
For Chelsea, moving Nkunku on would create space for younger talents while trimming the wage bill. For Bayern, it represents a chance to add a proven Bundesliga star with Champions League pedigree to a front line featuring Diaz, Jamal Musiala, and Harry Kane.
With the transfer window entering its final weeks, Nkunku’s future is set to dominate headlines as Bayern push to secure his signature.