Chelsea have reportedly set their asking price for Christopher Nkunku amid growing interest from Bayern Munich. The French forward has been a key player for Chelsea this season, contributing 13 goals across all competitions, but his involvement in the Premier League has been limited, with just 390 minutes of action. This lack of regular game time has fueled speculation about his future at Stamford Bridge, especially with Bayern Munich eyeing a move for him.
Nkunku, who has enjoyed a successful spell in the Bundesliga with RB Leipzig, is reportedly keen on a return to Germany. Chelsea, however, have made it clear that they will not let the 27-year-old go cheaply. According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the Blues have set an asking price of €70 million (£58.98 million) for Nkunku, a significant increase on the £52 million they paid to acquire him in 2023. This price tag reflects the club’s confidence in Nkunku’s abilities and his potential value in the market.
Bayern Munich’s interest in Nkunku is not surprising given his impressive record in the Bundesliga, where he has accumulated 47 goals and 43 assists from 119 appearances. However, his potential role at Bayern remains unclear. The German side has a wealth of attacking talent, and it is uncertain whether Nkunku would be guaranteed a regular starting spot in a team that has been prolific in front of goal. Bayern’s current squad includes established stars like Leroy Sané, Serge Gnabry, and Thomas Müller, which could make it difficult for Nkunku to secure consistent minutes.
In addition to Nkunku, Bayern Munich has also been linked with a move for Mathys Tel, a young forward who has struggled for game time under manager Vincent Kompany. Tel, who has shown promise in his limited appearances, could be seen as a potential replacement for Nkunku should the Frenchman move to Bayern. However, Bayern’s priority is reportedly to keep Tel at the club, provided that the 19-year-old remains content with his role.
From a financial perspective, Bayern Munich may prefer to include Tel in any potential deal for Nkunku rather than paying the full €70 million fee upfront. Including Tel in a swap deal could be a more financially viable option for Bayern, especially during the mid-season window when large transfer fees can be more challenging to manage.
Chelsea, for their part, are reportedly open to negotiations but are expected to take a strong stance with Nkunku, given his importance to the team. While the club has shown a willingness to loan out some of their fringe players, they are unlikely to entertain such an arrangement for a player of Nkunku’s caliber, who has shown his value in both domestic and European competitions.
The situation regarding Nkunku’s future may become clearer in the coming days, particularly after Chelsea’s upcoming Premier League fixture against Bournemouth. As the transfer window continues, it remains to be seen whether Bayern Munich will meet Chelsea’s asking price or if they will explore alternative options to strengthen their attack. Regardless, Nkunku’s future is one of the key transfer storylines to watch as the winter window progresses.