The Chelsea forward Christopher Nkunku might be amenable to joining London rivals Arsenal in the winter transfer window, according to Caught Offside. His second season with the Blues has been a disappointing one for the Frenchman. In the Carabao Cup and Conference League games this season, he has mostly started, but manager Enzo Maresca has chosen to start Nicolas Jackson in the Premier League fixtures. The former RB Leipzig player is reportedly still keen to leave Chelsea, and his agents are already looking into possible destinations, according to Caught Offside. For any player who wants to leave, the Blues are unlikely to get in the way.
The 27-year-old’s representatives are reportedly presently looking into possible destinations for him, and Chelsea will not obstruct any player who does not want to stay at Stamford Bridge. According to CaughtOffside, Nkunku is considering a number of teams as part of a possible transfer, with Paris Saint-Germain reportedly being one of them. After completing the academy at Les Parisiens, Nkunku signed his first professional deal with the team before transferring to RB Leipzig in 2019 for a reported £10.5 million.
Nkunku eyeing surprise move to Arsenal
Jackson’s selection by Maresca as the primary striker for the league games has made his second season just as miserable. The 27-year-old wants to go on, and it’s unclear if Arsenal will try to sign him. Bukayo Saka recently had a serious injury to the Gunners. He may be out of commission for more than two months following hamstring surgery. One could consider Nkunku to be a good addition to offer cover.
Nkunku can play on either wing or as the Blues’ number ten, but this season he has been the team’s main striker. Arsenal might potentially benefit greatly from his versatility, but it’s questionable if they can afford him. Arsenal might decide against making a big investment at the halfway point of the season. One obstacle to a possible transfer this winter may be Chelsea’s desire to recover the £52 million they paid for his signing.
