Arsenal to make new approach to sign £52m Chelsea star this summer
- Chelsea forward Christopher Nkunku was recently dropped from the squad for the match against Fulham.
- Manager Enzo Maresca stated this was a technical decision, noting he has not been impressed with Nkunku's recent performances.
- Nkunku joined Chelsea from RB Leipzig in 2023 for £52 million but struggled with injuries and securing regular starts.
- He is Chelsea's joint top scorer with 14 goals across all competitions, and Maresca says decisions are made "thinking about the best for the club."
- Chelsea is expected to sell the 27-year-old this summer for around £35 million, as he desires a Champions League club.
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Arsenal to make new approach to sign £52m Chelsea star this summer
Arsenal made a move to sign Christopher Nkunku from Chelsea in January (AP) Arsenal are expected to reignite their interest in Christopher Nkunku after making an approach for the Chelsea forward in January, according to reports in France. Nkunku joined Chelsea in a £52 million deal from RB Leipzig in 2023 but his first season at Stamford Bridge was disrupted by knee, hip and hamstring injuries. The 27-year-old has been fully fit this term, howev…
Report: Arsenal consider surprise swoop for Chelsea star compared to Eden Hazard
Arsenal are reportedly preparing a surprise move for Chelsea forward Christopher Nkunku, as the French international considers his future at Stamford Bridge, according to RMC Sport.Nkunku, who joined Chelsea from RB Leipzig in 2023 for £52 million, has struggled to secure a regular starting position, leading to speculation about a potential departure. Manager Mikel Arteta is reportedly keen on players who can operate across multiple positions i…
Arsenal to ‘return to fray’ for signing as player determined to secure summer exit - Sport Witness
Arsenal and Bayern Munich are in the picture to sign Chelsea’s Christopher Nkunku in the summer window. That’s according to RMC Sport, who say Arsenal and Bayern Munich were interested in the forward in the winter market. Chelsea retained the 27-year-old but could find it difficult to hold on to him beyond this season. That’s
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