Chelsea Set £65M Price Tag for Christopher Nkunku Amid Bayern Munich Interest
Chelsea are prepared to sell Christopher Nkunku for £65M as Bayern Munich express interest, with discussions also including future plans for Mathys Tel.
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The Athletic
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Steve Worrell
Chelsea have set a £65M valuation for Christopher Nkunku, who has struggled for consistent Premier League starts this season despite being the club’s joint top scorer with 13 goals. Bayern Munich has initiated talks about signing the French forward, while Chelsea has also inquired about Bayern’s Mathys Tel in separate discussions. Nkunku’s desire for more playing time stems from his ambition to secure a spot in France’s World Cup squad next year. Although Bayern’s sporting director downplayed the likelihood of immediate moves, discussions may extend into the summer transfer window.
- Chelsea's Valuation: The club wants £65M for Nkunku, rejecting deals involving add-ons, emphasising his market value as a 27-year-old France international.
- Performance Highlights: Nkunku is Chelsea’s joint top scorer this season with 13 goals, though most have come in cup competitions, reflecting limited league opportunities.
- Player's Perspective: Nkunku is keen to leave for more consistent playing time ahead of the 2026 World Cup, enhancing his standing with the French national team.
- Transfer Dynamics: Talks with Bayern Munich include potential summer plans, while Bayern remain cautious about selling Mathys Tel, Chelsea's separate target.
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Steve, Co-founder of The 1905 Club, created the platform to provide honest, clickbait-free Chelsea FC content. He worked at Stamford Bridge from 2013 to 2016 with a Champions League sponsor. His first Chelsea match was a 1-0 win at Leeds in 2000, and his favourite was the epic 2012 Champions League game against Napoli.
