Multiple outlets revealed on Wednesday morning that the two clubs have reached an agreement worth around €42m (£36–38m), with Milan sealing a permanent deal rather than a loan. Chelsea are also understood to have inserted a sell-on clause to benefit from any potential future transfer.

Fabrizio Romano noted that the guaranteed portion of the fee is above €35m, making it a respectable return for a player who never quite fulfilled expectations at Stamford Bridge, largely due to a serious knee injury that disrupted his momentum.

Nkunku did, however, play an important role in Chelsea’s UEFA Conference League triumph last season, scoring five goals and showcasing his trademark balloon celebration during the campaign.

🚨💣 EXCLUSIVE: Christopher Nkunku to AC Milan, here we go! Deal verbally agreed in principle between the clubs.

AC Milan and Chelsea are set to prepare documents today, fee will be in the region of €35m with add-ons.

Nkunku said yes to 5 year contract yesterday, as revealed. pic.twitter.com/aAVUkz8TSe

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 28, 2025

Despite flashes of quality, the Frenchman struggled to establish himself in the Premier League following his move from RB Leipzig, where he had built a strong reputation as one of Europe’s most exciting forwards.

The sale also marks another significant piece of business in Chelsea’s hectic transfer window, which has already seen deals worth nearly half a billion pounds completed. Offloading Nkunku for £38m even temporarily puts the club in profit before potential moves for Xavi Simons (RB Leipzig, £60m) and Alejandro Garnacho (Manchester United, £50m).

For Nkunku, a fresh start in Serie A could provide the spark needed to revive his career and rediscover the form that once made him one of the most sought-after attackers in Europe.

🚨🔴⚫️ Understand the total package for Christopher Nkunku to AC Milan can reach €42m, add-ons included.

Chelsea accept initial fixed fee higher than €35m plus add-ons. pic.twitter.com/mVYJ59Y7IW

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 28, 2025

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Bayern Munich’s sporting director, Max Eberl, has addressed the club’s stance on transfers during the ongoing January window, dismissing recent media speculations linking them to Chelsea’s Christopher Nkunku and the potential involvement of Mathys Tel.

Eberl made it clear that Bayern Munich is satisfied with their current squad and has no plans to bring in new players this month.

“We have no interest in doing anything in January. Nkunku rumors? We are extremely happy with our squad. As for Tel, you can see he’s not playing with freedom right now, and it’s our job to give him the time he needs to regain that freedom. Our squad is well-equipped in terms of both quality and quantity,” Eberl stated.

Meanwhile, Chelsea is reportedly considering offloading some players before the window closes, with an emphasis on allowing unhappy players to depart.

However, the Blues are unlikely to let Nkunku go without securing a suitable replacement, potentially exploring options like Tel to bolster their squad.

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Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino has delivered encouraging news regarding Christopher Nkunku’s fitness ahead of the FA Cup clash against Manchester City.

Nkunku’s debut season at Stamford Bridge has been marred by injuries, which have limited his appearances for the Blues. However, Pochettino has revealed that the young Frenchman has resumed training with the team, raising hopes for his potential return to action before the conclusion of the season.

Speaking to the media, the Chelsea boss said: “They assess him day by day and now in the last few days, he has the possibility to be involved in some parts of the training session.

“We now need to see the reaction of his body and then how he is going to evolve. We hope we can involve him and he will be involved as soon as possible, or before the end of the season.”

Chelsea has felt the absence of the French striker keenly, particularly in their struggles to consistently find the net, with the exception of Cole Palmer. Since his high-profile £52 million ($66m) transfer from RB Leipzig last summer as part of a significant overhaul at Stamford Bridge, Christopher Nkunku has only featured nine times for the Blues this season.

Although Chelsea remains optimistic about Nkunku’s potential return before the season’s end, his absence has been notably felt, especially as they prepare for their upcoming FA Cup semi-final clash against Manchester City on Saturday, April 20.

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Christopher Nkunku from Chelsea will not be making an early return from a hip injury, and Malo Gusto has also joined him on the treatment table.

Nkunku, who missed a significant portion of the first half of the season due to a knee problem, encountered a fresh injury in early January during training. Initially, it was suggested that he would be sidelined for three weeks, and there were reports of a potential early return. However, Chelsea has now confirmed that he is still “undergoing his rehabilitation programme.”

When questioned about Nkunku’s availability in a press conference before the Carabao Cup semi-final second leg against Middlesbrough on Tuesday, head coach Mauricio Pochettino stated, “No. He’s not available. It’s a shame. He’s still recovering. He suffered a little bit in his hip, now he’s recovering. It’s not a big issue. It’s just delayed the possibility of being available again.”

The £52 million ($66 million) summer signing, Christopher Nkunku, has yet to make an appearance in 2024, missing games against Preston, Middlesbrough, and Fulham. Additionally, Nkunku’s compatriot, Gusto, has also joined him on the treatment table, ruling them both out for the clash with Middlesbrough.

With 10 first-team players unavailable for the second leg, including club captain Reece James, Romeo Lavia, and Wesley Fofana, and loanee Cesare Casadei being cup-tied, Chelsea faces a challenging scenario.

Nevertheless, they hope to have enough quality players to overturn a 1-0 aggregate deficit and secure a spot in the Carabao Cup final. The Carabao Cup represents Chelsea’s best chance of winning silverware at this stage of the season, with Liverpool being the likely opponents in the Wembley showpiece. Nkunku aims to return to training before the significant league meeting with Aston Villa on Friday night.

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Nkunku, who underwent knee surgery after sustaining an injury in pre-season, is back in light training as he approaches his first appearance of the campaign. Chelsea is reportedly hopeful of seeing Nkunku start in the Carabao Cup quarterfinal against Newcastle United on December 19.

This would require a return to action off the bench in the coming weeks, and Pochettino has acknowledged that it could happen in Sunday’s meeting with Brighton.

Asked about both Nkunku and fellow absentee Romeo Lavia, Pochettino told Friday’s press conference: “We need to assess tomorrow and then decide. They are close, but we need tomorrow to make a decision.

“Maybe Lavia is the more difficult [one] but we need to assess Nkunku for tomorrow.”

Reece James, Chelsea’s captain, will most likely not play for the team after receiving two yellow cards against Newcastle United and serving a one-match suspension.

“I think he was a little bit tired in the moment he got the second yellow card,” Pochettino said of James. “Many times he was injured and now, step by step, he is building his fitness.

“He knows he is still far away from his best condition, to complete 90 minutes. He is working really hard and he feels sorry about the situation; it was tough for him and the team.”

Pochettino added, “It’s good when the player is self-critical and feels responsible. He is doing well. It’s a thing that can happen that can be good because you learn for the future.”

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Christopher Nkunku, a significant forward addition during the summer transfer window, suffered a knee injury during the summer, leaving Chelsea with limited options up front. Armando Broja, an academy graduate, is still recovering from a torn ACL, and Nicolas Jackson, another summer arrival, has yet to score in the Premier League.

In the 3-1 loss to West Ham United, Chelsea’s difficulties in scoring goals were evident, prompting Pochettino to acknowledge the need for another striker. He mentioned that the club is actively working on finding the right profile but acknowledged that it’s a challenging task.

Pochettino emphasized that it’s not just the strikers who need to be clinical in front of goal but also the entire team. He mentioned that if they can’t find the right striker, they will have to wait for Nkunku and Broja to recover, with the support of Mason Burstow.

There is also mention of the possibility of Romelu Lukaku making a surprise comeback, but Pochettino’s approval would be required for that to happen. Lukaku was left out of preseason due to his pursuit of a move away from the club, but Pochettino is reportedly not interested in reintegrating him at the moment.

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Enzo Fernandez believes that Chelsea is now the frontrunner to clinch the Premier League title for the upcoming season, following the appointment of a new manager at the club.

The Argentine international, who became one of the most expensive players in British football on the final day of the January transfer window, joined the Blues.

Fernandez faced a challenging debut season, making 22 appearances, during which Chelsea finished outside the Premier League’s top 10. However, he’s optimistic about a stronger performance this time, especially with Mauricio Pochettino taking the helm as the manager and setting their sights on winning the league.

In an interview with Chelseafc.com, Fernandez expressed, “Our primary goal this year is to secure the Premier League title. With our new head coach, the expectations have shifted. When I first arrived, everything was quite challenging, with numerous changes happening rapidly. We aim to be a proactive team, both in attack and defense, approaching every game with a winning mindset, regardless of the opponent. Our objective is to assert dominance in every match.”

Fernandez also highlighted the advantage of having a manager from his own country, stating, “Having an Argentine coach makes things much easier for me. Communicating with him in Spanish is crucial, as my English is still a work in progress. It boosts my confidence and strengthens our rapport. Pochettino’s presence is highly significant for me and my teammates.”

While Chelsea has bolstered its squad with several high-caliber signings, recent addition Christopher Nkunku will be sidelined due to knee surgery. Their attempts to acquire Moises Caicedo from Brighton to further reinforce their midfield have been unsuccessful this summer.

Pochettino’s team will kick off their Premier League 2023–24 campaign on Sunday against Liverpool.

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Chelsea’s summer signing, Christopher Nkunku, has undergone knee surgery following an injury sustained during a preseason friendly against Borussia Dortmund. This injury setback is expected to keep Nkunku out of action for an extended period, dealing a blow to Chelsea’s plans for the upcoming season.

The club confirmed in a statement that Nkunku has already had the surgery and will now embark on a rehabilitation program with the club’s medical team.

The 25-year-old has now gone under the knife, with Chelsea writing in a statement: “Nkunku has sustained a knee injury which will rule the forward out for an extended period.

“The 25-year-old has undergone an operation and will now begin a rehabilitation programme with the club’s medical department.”

Chelsea Football Club has today released the following statement about Christopher Nkunku. ⤵️

— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) August 8, 2023

Nkunku, who arrived at Chelsea for a significant transfer fee from RB Leipzig, had made a positive impression during preseason, forming a promising partnership with fellow newcomer Nicolas Jackson. However, this injury will sideline him for an unspecified duration, and his versatility as both a striker and an attacking midfielder will be missed.

Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino had been exploring various attacking options during preseason, and Nkunku’s injury may lead to further considerations in the team’s search for a new striker. Dusan Vlahovic of Juventus has been mentioned as a potential target, although negotiations have reportedly faced obstacles, including Juventus’ demand for an additional fee in any potential swap deal with Chelsea.

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Concerned about the “too many players” in Chelsea’s squad, Mauricio Pochettino emphasized the importance of resolving their futures this summer.

The Blues defeated Wrexham in their opening encounter of the USA trip to win the preseason game. Conor Gallagher, Christopher Nkunku, and Ben Chillwell also scored goals for the Blues after the half. Young full-back Ian Maatsen scored twice in the first half.

The manager agreed that there is a “need to assess and analyse” the team and take practical actions to lighten the overloaded roster while being pleased to begin his Chelsea tenure with a victory.

 “There are too many players. We need to assess and analyse and see what happens with them in the season. Many decisions that we need to take. But it is good to have the opportunity to see all these young guys who can show their quality,” he told reporters. “It is important for them and for us to have a real assessment. For sure all have quality, they need time and space to show they can compete for a place in the squad.”

Chelsea has been actively selling players this summer, both to lower the size of their squad and to balance their books after spending almost £600 million ($775 million) during the previous two transfer windows.

They have already let go of 12 players, including stars like Kai Havertz, Mason Mount, and Mateo Kovacic. A number of other players, including Romelu Lukaku, Callum Hudson-Odoi, and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, appear to be leaving Stamford Bridge as well.

According to reports, Chelsea is already planning to sell more than £200 million ($253 million) in order to pay for new signings like Moises Caicedo, Rayan Cherki, Paulo Dyabala, and Elye Wahi.

On Saturday at Lincoln Financial Field in the Premier League Summer Series, Chelsea will play again versus Brighton.

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To improve the team’s attacking options, Mauricio Pochettino has selected fresh striker targets for Chelsea.

The Blues are actively looking into solutions to strengthen their frontline after new boss Mauricio Pochettino highlighted concerns about the team’s offensive capability for the forthcoming season.

According to the Evening Standard, the club has a shortlist of prospective striker targets that includes Dusan Vlahovic from Juventus and Elye Wahi from Montpellier.

The decision to pursue these targets has not been made in full. The team has added Nicolas Jackson and Christopher Nkunku this summer, but another attacker might join after Romelu Lukaku’s potential exit.

Chelsea’s desire to bolster their team’s potency is evident in their pursuit of more offensive options.

In order to secure a well-rounded squad for the forthcoming season, the proactive approach to identifying prospective targets has been inspired by Pochettino’s appointment as the new manager.

Recent signings by the team and current negotiations with Wahi and Vlahovic show how committed they are to keeping their competitive edge in the Premier League.

Wahi, a potential 20-year-old striker who scored an amazing 19 goals in 33 league games last season, has started talking with Montpellier.

The asking price for Dusan Vlahovic is £68 million (€79 million/$86 million). The club also has admiration for Rasmus Hojlund of Atalanta and Victor Osimhen of Napoli.

Chelsea is actively looking to bolster their midfield in addition to adding fresh strikers to their squad. In that position, Moises Caicedo of Brighton continues to be the top transfer target.

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Chelsea have confirmed the signing of striker Nicolas Jackson from Villarreal.

The Senegalese striker is the Blues’ second signing under new manager Mauricio Pochettino and has committed to a long-term deal at Stamford Bridge.

The Argentine boss has already signed former RB Leipzig attacker Christopher Nkunku for £52 million.

Following Todd Boehly’s £600m splurge last season, Chelsea have chosen for a summer clear out, parting ways with the likes of Ruben Loftus-Cheek, N’Golo Kante, Kalidou Kouilbaly, and Mason Mount.

Speaking about Jackson, Chelsea’s co-sporting directors Laurence Stewart and Paul Winstanley said: ‘We are excited to welcome Nicolas to Chelsea.’ 

They went on to add: ‘Jackson is a young player with big potential, as he showcased for Villarreal last season.

‘We believe he is ready for this next step in his career and look forward to him working with our new head coach, Mauricio Pochettino, and his Chelsea teammates.’

… Nic Jackson! 💙 pic.twitter.com/IRFcrXnXf6

— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) June 30, 2023

The 21-year-old, who has twice represented Senegal, scored 13 goals in his breakout season with Spanish club Villarreal last year.

The Yellow Submarine finished fifth in the La Liga rankings thanks to Jackson’s nine goals in his last eight matches.

Jackson will try to relieve Chelsea’s goal-scoring woes, as the Blues managed just 38 goals in the Premier League last year.

The 21-year-old will attack with players like Christopher Nkunku, a former RB Leipzig forward who was signed earlier this week.

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