Christopher Nkunku to Stay at Chelsea, but Joao Felix Could Leave on Loan
Chelsea have decided to keep Christopher Nkunku despite interest from major clubs, while Joao Felix may be loaned out before the transfer deadline.
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The Athletic
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Steve Worrell
Christopher Nkunku will remain at Chelsea after the club failed to receive a bid matching their £65 million valuation. Manchester United and Bayern Munich showed interest but only valued him at around £40 million. Chelsea also rejected a loan approach from United, and the player himself was not interested in a temporary move. Meanwhile, Joao Felix could leave on loan, with clubs in Italy keen on signing him for the rest of the season. Aston Villa, previously interested in Axel Disasi, are now unlikely to complete a deal due to financial concerns.
- Nkunku staying at Chelsea after no club matched the £65m asking price.
- Manchester United and Bayern Munich valued Nkunku at only £40m but did not make formal bids.
- Chelsea rejected United’s loan offer for Nkunku, and the player was not keen on the move.
- Joao Felix could leave on loan, with interest from Serie A clubs.
- Felix has struggled for game time at Chelsea, making just nine starts since his £44.5m move.
- Axel Disasi’s loan to Aston Villa is unlikely, as the clubs failed to agree on terms.
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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.
