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Christopher Nkunku Transfer from Chelsea to RB Leipzig

RB Leipzig showed interest in Christopher Nkunku, who has 14 international caps for France. However, the offer was not accepted, and AC Mailand secured the deal.

Christopher Nkunku is interested in leaving Chelsea during this summer transfer window to gain more playing time. RB Leipzig has shown interest in the French striker. Chelsea is looking for a transfer fee between 35 and 40 million euros. This information is reported by journalist Fabrizio Romano.

Bild reports on the involvement of Leipzig in the negotiations for Christopher Nkunku, as they compete with Bayern. Leipzig is now involved in the negotiations for Christopher Nkunku, competing with Bayern.

Christopher Nkunku is being tracked by Leipzig. His current situation at Chelsea is uncertain despite being under contract until 2029. With the World Cup approaching, this week is decisive for his future.

Bild reports on RB Leipzig's consideration of bringing back Christopher Nkunku as a replacement for Xavi Simons. RB Leipzig is considering bringing back Christopher Nkunku as a replacement for Xavi Simons. Nkunku left RB Leipzig for Chelsea for 60 million euros in the summer of 2023. Xavi could be used as a bargaining chip in the negotiations to facilitate Nkunku's return.

Goal.com reports on the potential return of Christopher Nkunku to RB Leipzig amid the Xavi Simons stand-off. Christopher Nkunku could mark a sensational return to RB Leipzig as a solution to the Xavi Simons stand-off. However, the Frenchman must accept a 75% salary cut to facilitate the move.

RB Leipzig has intensified discussions with Chelsea to bring back Christopher Nkunku. The French forward is open to returning to the Bundesliga and is pushing for a permanent transfer rather than a loan, according to The Athletic. Leipzig and Chelsea have already had informal exchanges about Xavi Simons, and Nkunku's case is now at the center of negotiations.

Tuttomercato has reported on the potential return of Christopher Nkunku to Red Bull Leipzig from Chelsea, suggesting that the player might head back to Germany as Chelsea no longer includes him in their future plans. Leipzig is making efforts to outmaneuver Bayern Munich in their bid to re-sign the French forward, whom they sold to Chelsea two years ago for approximately 60 million euros. Nkunku is reportedly open to a return to Red Bull Arena, with both parties intensifying their contacts in hopes of reaching an agreement swiftly. Bayern Munich is also showing interest in Nkunku, and Inter Milan had previously considered him as a potential addition in recent weeks.

Christopher Nkunku is reportedly on the verge of leaving Chelsea during this summer transfer window. The Athletic's journalist David Ornstein reports that RB Leipzig has accelerated efforts to bring back the former Parisian. Nkunku is open to the idea of returning to Leipzig. This move is intended to compensate for the anticipated departure of Xavi Simons to Chelsea.

A swap deal involving Christopher Nkunku and Xavi Simons was considered. However, FC Bayern is now the favorite for Nkunku's signature.

The Sun reports on Chelsea's attempt to include Christopher Nkunku in a swap deal to bring Xavi Simons from RB Leipzig. Chelsea attempted to include Christopher Nkunku in a swap deal to bring Xavi Simons from RB Leipzig. Nkunku, a former Leipzig player, is not keen on returning to his old club, and Leipzig cannot afford his current wages, reported to be as high as £17 million per year. Leipzig's sporting director is under pressure to reduce wage costs by 20%.

Chelsea are reportedly discussing a swap transfer deal involving Christopher Nkunku with RB Leipzig. Nkunku hasn’t been at his best at Stamford Bridge, and it seems he could return to Leipzig, with talks taking place according to the Guardian.

Former club RB Leipzig admires Christopher Nkunku and has shown interest in re-signing him as he looks to leave Chelsea, where he has struggled to secure a regular starting position since his £52 million transfer from Leipzig in 2023. While Nkunku is happy in London and has been linked to Arsenal and Tottenham, his former club Leipzig, along with Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen, are also monitoring his situation as potential destinations for the versatile attacker who can play upfront and in wide positions.

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