Chelsea’s £52 Million Signing Christopher Nkunku Reportedly Seeking January Exit

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca faces potential player departures in the upcoming January transfer window, with reports suggesting that £52 million summer signing Christopher Nkunku is among those looking to leave Stamford Bridge.

When asked about possible exits, Maresca was unable to rule out departures for any squad members, stating that “anything can happen” during the transfer window. He emphasized the club’s satisfaction with players like Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall but acknowledged that if a player expresses unhappiness or a desire for more playing time, the club would not force them to stay against their will.

Despite being Chelsea’s top scorer across all competitions with 12 goals in 24 appearances, Nkunku has struggled to secure a regular starting position in Maresca’s Premier League lineups. The French forward has started only two league games this season, leading to speculation about his future at the club.

According to journalist Graeme Bailey, Nkunku is “ready to leave” Chelsea in January, with his representatives actively seeking options for a new club. Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly monitoring the situation closely and may offer Nkunku a return to France.

A potential Nkunku departure could trigger a chain reaction in the transfer market, potentially impacting other clubs’ plans. For instance, PSG may need to offload Randal Kolo Muani to make room for Nkunku, which could interest Arsenal and Manchester United, who have been linked with Kolo Muani.

As the January transfer window approaches, Chelsea fans will be closely watching developments surrounding Nkunku and other potential outgoing transfers at Stamford Bridge.