Arsenal eye blockbuster move for Chelsea outcast

Tom Weber

Updated: 1 Jan 2025 14:19 GMT
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Mikel Arteta, Arsenal, Enzo Maresca, Chelsea — © IMAGO

Arsenal have entered the race to sign Christopher Nkunku, according to a report.

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The Chelsea attacker is said to be unhappy at Stamford Bridge due to his limited minutes in meaningful Premier League fixtures. Though Nkunku is the starting striker for the Blues' 'B Team' in the Conference League and cup competitions, he struggles to get on the pitch in England's top flight.

Speculation surrounding the 27-year-old and his supposed frustration has been rampant for weeks, with talk of a January exit increasing over time. Initially, it was expected that Nkunku would see out the season with Chelsea before considering his options.

However, the fact that the attacker only started twice in the league during Chelsea's busy December - against promoted Southampton and Ipswich - will have only increased his unhappiness.

It has been suggested that Man Utd could look to swoop for the Frenchman in January, but with the Red Devils needing to raise funds first, another Premier League giant could try to pounce.

Arsenal want Nkunku

According to CaughtOffside, Arsenal are among the clubs monitoring Nkunku's situation at Chelsea with a view to potentially moving for him. The report does not provide much information on the Gunners' interest, however.

But in addition to the north London club, the likes of PSG and Barcelona are also said to be keen on Nkunku. The former's interest is allegedly driven by the uncertainty surrounding Dani Olmo, with the Spaniard now officially unregistered and free to terminate his contract.

PSG, meanwhile, know Nkunku well as he came through their academy before heading to RB Leipzig in search of game time. The Frenchman previously expressed a willingness to return to his hometown but laughed off talk about a move to PSG when asked about it in October.