Chelsea And AC Milan Reach Agreement On Christopher Nkunku Transfer Move

‎AC Milan and Chelsea have reached an agreement for a permanent transfer of forward Christopher Nkunku

‎A package worth €42 million (£36.2 million), including a sell-on clause, has been agreed, with the France international granted permission to travel and personal terms already in place.

‎Chelsea has rebuilt their attack and decided Nkunku is not part of its plans. They are expected to add to Enzo Maresca’s options by signing the Manchester United winger Alejandro Garnacho for between £35m and £40m.

‎The anticipated sale of Nkunku for €37 million plus €5 million in add-ons is not directly connected to the chase for Garnacho, as they occupy different positions. Departing Nkunku could open up space for Chelsea to pursue an attacking midfielder.

‎Chelsea are eyeing Barcelona’s Fermín López and RB Leipzig’s Xavi Simons. Tottenham is weighing whether to bid for the latter.

‎Leipzig was one of the teams pushing for Nkunku, who left the Bundesliga side for £52m in 2023. The 28-year-old has struggled with form and fitness at Chelsea.

‎He picked up a knee injury during his first pre-season and was unable to build momentum. He had a bit-part role under Maresca last season, although he contributed to Chelsea winning the Club World Cup this summer.

‎Bayern Munich held talks over Nkunku but were interested only in a loan. Chelsea wanted a permanent sale.

‎Their position is slightly different on Nicolas Jackson, who may be allowed to go on loan if the deal contains an obligation to buy. Bayern, Aston Villa, Napoli, Juventus, and Newcastle are tracking the striker.

‎Chelsea is prepared to wait and see how the Alexander Isak situation at Newcastle unfolds before making a final decision on Jackson, who is likely to be reintegrated into Maresca’s squad if he stays

‎Roma, RB Leipzig, and several English clubs are tracking 19-year-old winger Tyrique George.