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Christopher Nkunku Transfer from Milan to RB Leipzig
According to Tuttomercato, Ruben Amorim's decision in mid-August to exclude Christopher Nkunku from the group was a decisive factor in the player's return to RB Leipzig. Nkunku, who was excluded along with Tomori, Fofana, and Gimenez, was described as surprised, hurt, and disappointed. He subsequently left Milan, where he had a contract until 2030 after the club had paid about 38 million plus bonuses for him a year ago.
According to Tuttomercato, Ruben Amorim's decision in mid-August to exclude Christopher Nkunku from the group was a decisive factor in the player's return to RB Leipzig. Nkunku, who was excluded along with Tomori, Fofana, and Gimenez, was described as surprised, hurt, and disappointed. He subsequently left Milan, where he had a contract until 2030 after the club had paid about 38 million plus bonuses for him a year ago.
According to CalcioMercato, Christopher Nkunku, who has returned to RB Leipzig, stated that he does not understand why Milan decided to release him. The decision was made by Milan near the end of the summer transfer window, and Nkunku expressed surprise at the club's choice to part ways with him.
According to CalcioMercato, Christopher Nkunku, who has returned to RB Leipzig, stated that he does not understand why Milan decided to release him. The decision was made by Milan near the end of the summer transfer window, and Nkunku expressed surprise at the club's choice to part ways with him.
Christopher Nkunku has moved from Milan to Leipzig on a paid loan for a fee of 4 million euros, a deal which includes an option to buy for 28 million. After signing with Leipzig, Nkunku said that upon learning of the opportunity to join the club, he immediately wanted to accept and that he is very happy to have returned there.
Christopher Nkunku has moved from Milan to Leipzig on a paid loan for a fee of 4 million euros, a deal which includes an option to buy for 28 million. After signing with Leipzig, Nkunku said that upon learning of the opportunity to join the club, he immediately wanted to accept and that he is very happy to have returned there.
Christopher Nkunku returns to RB Leipzig on loan from Milan for the 2026/27 season, and the German club has also obtained an option for a permanent transfer. Marcel Schäfer, sporting director of RB Leipzig, stated that they are very happy to have Nkunku back. Schäfer highlighted that Nkunku chose to return to RB Leipzig despite the interest of other top European clubs, and also emphasized the player's strong desire to return and the special bond he has with the club.
Christopher Nkunku returns to RB Leipzig on loan from Milan for the 2026/27 season, and the German club has also obtained an option for a permanent transfer. Marcel Schäfer, sporting director of RB Leipzig, stated that they are very happy to have Nkunku back. Schäfer highlighted that Nkunku chose to return to RB Leipzig despite the interest of other top European clubs, and also emphasized the player's strong desire to return and the special bond he has with the club.
Ben Jacobs reports that Christopher Nkunku has been transferred to Leipzig on a season-long loan. Leipzig have confirmed that Nkunku has rejoined the club on a season-long loan from Milan, and this deal includes an option to buy.
Ben Jacobs reports that Christopher Nkunku has been transferred to Leipzig on a season-long loan. Leipzig have confirmed that Nkunku has rejoined the club on a season-long loan from Milan, and this deal includes an option to buy.
Christopher Nkunku's transfer to RB Leipzig is official and confirmed, according to Sacha Tavolieri. The player is joining on a loan that includes a €30M option to buy.
Christopher Nkunku's transfer to RB Leipzig is official and confirmed, according to Sacha Tavolieri. The player is joining on a loan that includes a €30M option to buy.
According to SkyDe, Christopher Nkunku has completed the second part of his medical examinations with Lipsia. The French striker had arrived in Germany yesterday evening where he immediately underwent a first phase of medical tests. Milan and Lipsia have closed the deal on a paid loan of 3 million euros, with an option to buy for a figure slightly less than 30 million euros. A further three-year contract would be ready if the German club exercises the option to buy for Nkunku. The signing of the player with Lipsia is expected today.
According to SkyDe, Christopher Nkunku has completed the second part of his medical examinations with Lipsia. The French striker had arrived in Germany yesterday evening where he immediately underwent a first phase of medical tests. Milan and Lipsia have closed the deal on a paid loan of 3 million euros, with an option to buy for a figure slightly less than 30 million euros. A further three-year contract would be ready if the German club exercises the option to buy for Nkunku. The signing of the player with Lipsia is expected today.
According to Corriere dello Sport, Christopher Nkunku is expected to undergo medical examinations with RB Leipzig today before formalizing his return to the club. He scored 70 goals and provided 56 assists in 172 appearances for the club between 2019 and 2023. The deal has been structured as a paid loan worth 4 million euros with a simple buy option set at 28 million euros. This formula ensures Milan avoids potential capital losses.
According to Corriere dello Sport, Christopher Nkunku is expected to undergo medical examinations with RB Leipzig today before formalizing his return to the club. He scored 70 goals and provided 56 assists in 172 appearances for the club between 2019 and 2023. The deal has been structured as a paid loan worth 4 million euros with a simple buy option set at 28 million euros. This formula ensures Milan avoids potential capital losses.
Fabrizio Romano reports that Christopher Nkunku is set to return to his former club RB Leipzig on a loan transfer from AC Milan. Romano has confirmed the loan deal, which includes an option to buy. According to Romano, the loan has a value of 3.5 million euro, and the option to buy is valued at approximately 30 million euro. The 28-year-old French player reportedly wanted to return to his former club. Nkunku was also left out of the match squad for AC Milan's opening game against Torino.
Fabrizio Romano reports that Christopher Nkunku is set to return to his former club RB Leipzig on a loan transfer from AC Milan. Romano has confirmed the loan deal, which includes an option to buy. According to Romano, the loan has a value of 3.5 million euro, and the option to buy is valued at approximately 30 million euro. The 28-year-old French player reportedly wanted to return to his former club. Nkunku was also left out of the match squad for AC Milan's opening game against Torino.
Fabrizio Romano reports that RB Leipzig have reached a verbal agreement to sign Christopher Nkunku from AC Milan. Documents are now being exchanged after a deal was arranged for a €3.5m loan fee plus a buy option clause of slightly under €30m. Nkunku wanted the move to Leipzig and the deal is now agreed in principle.
Fabrizio Romano reports that RB Leipzig have reached a verbal agreement to sign Christopher Nkunku from AC Milan. Documents are now being exchanged after a deal was arranged for a €3.5m loan fee plus a buy option clause of slightly under €30m. Nkunku wanted the move to Leipzig and the deal is now agreed in principle.
A potential loan deal for Christopher Nkunku from Mailand to RB Leipzig is a widely discussed topic. Demichelis commented that the situation is still hypothetical, which makes it hard to say more. He added that Nkunku is a good player. Demichelis also stated that he is in daily contact with Marcel Schäfer, that they still have a week, and that what will happen remains to be seen.
A potential loan deal for Christopher Nkunku from Mailand to RB Leipzig is a widely discussed topic. Demichelis commented that the situation is still hypothetical, which makes it hard to say more. He added that Nkunku is a good player. Demichelis also stated that he is in daily contact with Marcel Schäfer, that they still have a week, and that what will happen remains to be seen.
According to Sky Germany, an agreement between RB Leipzig and AC Milan for Christopher Nkunku has been reached. The transfer is structured as a paid loan with a fee of 3 million euros and a purchase option set at 27 million euros. Journalist Florian Plettenberg reports that final details are to be settled before the official announcement, which is expected to occur in the coming days. RB Leipzig was reportedly more convincing than Newcastle. Newcastle were also interested in Nkunku.
According to Sky Germany, an agreement between RB Leipzig and AC Milan for Christopher Nkunku has been reached. The transfer is structured as a paid loan with a fee of 3 million euros and a purchase option set at 27 million euros. Journalist Florian Plettenberg reports that final details are to be settled before the official announcement, which is expected to occur in the coming days. RB Leipzig was reportedly more convincing than Newcastle. Newcastle were also interested in Nkunku.
According to 'Sky', AC Milan and the Saxony-based club have reached what is described as a verbal agreement in principle regarding the transfer of Christopher Nkunku. The attacker will initially join on loan for one season, and Leipzig have secured an option to buy. This is said to be approximately €35 million. It is not clear if this will become an obligation to buy under certain conditions. The pay-TV broadcaster reports that the deal is expected to be finalized within the next two to three days.
According to 'Sky', AC Milan and the Saxony-based club have reached what is described as a verbal agreement in principle regarding the transfer of Christopher Nkunku. The attacker will initially join on loan for one season, and Leipzig have secured an option to buy. This is said to be approximately €35 million. It is not clear if this will become an obligation to buy under certain conditions. The pay-TV broadcaster reports that the deal is expected to be finalized within the next two to three days.
RB Leipzig is nearing an agreement to sign Nkunku from AC Milan on loan. Sky Sport and Sky Sport DE report the deal is a loan for around 4 million with an option to buy set at 28 million.
RB Leipzig is nearing an agreement to sign Nkunku from AC Milan on loan. Sky Sport and Sky Sport DE report the deal is a loan for around 4 million with an option to buy set at 28 million.
According to Nicolo Schira, Leipzig have submitted their first bid to AC Milan for the return of Christopher Nkunku. The offer is for a loan plus an option to buy with a total value of €35M. Leipzig have a contract ready for Nkunku until 2031 (1+4), and the player has already agreed personal terms with the club. Nkunku is now waiting for Milan's approval.
According to Nicolo Schira, Leipzig have submitted their first bid to AC Milan for the return of Christopher Nkunku. The offer is for a loan plus an option to buy with a total value of €35M. Leipzig have a contract ready for Nkunku until 2031 (1+4), and the player has already agreed personal terms with the club. Nkunku is now waiting for Milan's approval.
According to French journalist Santi Aouna, RB Leipzig and AC Milan already have an agreement for a loan deal for Christopher Nkunku with a purchase option worth €27 million. The Frenchman has not yet agreed to return to the Red Bull Arena in the coming days.
According to French journalist Santi Aouna, RB Leipzig and AC Milan already have an agreement for a loan deal for Christopher Nkunku with a purchase option worth €27 million. The Frenchman has not yet agreed to return to the Red Bull Arena in the coming days.
According to Fabrizio Romano and Matteo Moretto, via YouTube, Christopher Nkunku has reached an agreement with Lipsia. Nkunku has informed Milan of his desire to play for the Bundesliga club, stating it is his absolute priority. The agreement is not yet finalized because Milan is awaiting a potential higher offer from Newcastle. Milan believes Newcastle might present a better offer concerning the loan fee and formula. Currently, the player has a strong desire to go to Lipsia.
According to Fabrizio Romano and Matteo Moretto, via YouTube, Christopher Nkunku has reached an agreement with Lipsia. Nkunku has informed Milan of his desire to play for the Bundesliga club, stating it is his absolute priority. The agreement is not yet finalized because Milan is awaiting a potential higher offer from Newcastle. Milan believes Newcastle might present a better offer concerning the loan fee and formula. Currently, the player has a strong desire to go to Lipsia.
According to Sky Sport, Milan and Lipsia are in continuous communication to determine the future of Christopher Nkunku, with both parties working to establish the terms for the transfer. The transfer could be completed in the coming hours, as Christopher Nkunku has approved the move and expressed his desire to return to Lipsia. The deal is expected to be a loan with an option to buy, with the total value of the transfer estimated at between 33 and 35 million euros, including fixed and bonus amounts.
According to Sky Sport, Milan and Lipsia are in continuous communication to determine the future of Christopher Nkunku, with both parties working to establish the terms for the transfer. The transfer could be completed in the coming hours, as Christopher Nkunku has approved the move and expressed his desire to return to Lipsia. The deal is expected to be a loan with an option to buy, with the total value of the transfer estimated at between 33 and 35 million euros, including fixed and bonus amounts.
According to CalcioMercato, Christopher Nkunku has reportedly rejected offers from the Premier League, and specifically from Newcastle, while being open exclusively to a move to his former club. In recent hours, the German club has made a significant effort, surpassing the Magpies, and has created space for the Frenchman by loaning Elmas to Atalanta. Nkunku, who is under contract with Milan until June 2030 but is not part of Amorim’s plans, would move on a paid loan that would include a purchase option for the Red Bull club. The move would permit Milan to save on his salary of approximately €5 million per season.
According to CalcioMercato, Christopher Nkunku has reportedly rejected offers from the Premier League, and specifically from Newcastle, while being open exclusively to a move to his former club. In recent hours, the German club has made a significant effort, surpassing the Magpies, and has created space for the Frenchman by loaning Elmas to Atalanta. Nkunku, who is under contract with Milan until June 2030 but is not part of Amorim’s plans, would move on a paid loan that would include a purchase option for the Red Bull club. The move would permit Milan to save on his salary of approximately €5 million per season.
According to a report from Fabrizio Romano, RB Leipzig remain the favorites to sign Christopher Nkunku, given that the striker wants to return to Germany after he assessed all the proposals. Negotiations are still in progress over the conditions of a loan deal.
According to a report from Fabrizio Romano, RB Leipzig remain the favorites to sign Christopher Nkunku, given that the striker wants to return to Germany after he assessed all the proposals. Negotiations are still in progress over the conditions of a loan deal.
A return for Christopher Nkunku to RB Leipzig is considered very likely. According to BILD, the transfer is planned to be a loan. Christopher Nkunku is sidelined at AC Milan and previously played for four years at RB Leipzig.
A return for Christopher Nkunku to RB Leipzig is considered very likely. According to BILD, the transfer is planned to be a loan. Christopher Nkunku is sidelined at AC Milan and previously played for four years at RB Leipzig.
The Leipziger Volkszeitung reports that negotiations are ongoing for former player Christopher Nkunku, and that AC Milan, which prefers a sale, might also be open to a loan with a purchase option. RB Leipzig is interested in Nkunku.
The Leipziger Volkszeitung reports that negotiations are ongoing for former player Christopher Nkunku, and that AC Milan, which prefers a sale, might also be open to a loan with a purchase option. RB Leipzig is interested in Nkunku.
Fabrizio Romano reports that both Newcastle and RB Leipzig are in direct contact with AC Milan for a deal for Christopher Nkunku. These are initial approaches as nothing has been done or agreed yet, but contacts for the French striker continue. Romano also reports that Nkunku will leave AC Milan this summer.
Fabrizio Romano reports that both Newcastle and RB Leipzig are in direct contact with AC Milan for a deal for Christopher Nkunku. These are initial approaches as nothing has been done or agreed yet, but contacts for the French striker continue. Romano also reports that Nkunku will leave AC Milan this summer.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Christopher Nkunku has received a loan proposal from RB Leipzig. A Milan club is only willing to let the French player leave on a permanent deal for a fee of approximately 30 million euros to avoid recording a capital loss. Nkunku intends to carefully evaluate all available options before making a final decision about his future.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Christopher Nkunku has received a loan proposal from RB Leipzig. A Milan club is only willing to let the French player leave on a permanent deal for a fee of approximately 30 million euros to avoid recording a capital loss. Nkunku intends to carefully evaluate all available options before making a final decision about his future.
CalcioMercato reports that Christopher Nkunku could potentially return to the Bundesliga, with Lipsia being a possible destination. The German club has had contacts with the French player's entourage, and Milan are open to a loan.
CalcioMercato reports that Christopher Nkunku could potentially return to the Bundesliga, with Lipsia being a possible destination. The German club has had contacts with the French player's entourage, and Milan are open to a loan.
Christopher Nkunku will leave Milan after one year. Several teams have shown interest, and Lipsia is the club calling with the most insistence. According to Fabrizio Romano and Matteo Moretto on YouTube, Lipsia has contacted Nkunku's agents directly. Lipsia wanted Nkunku even before he was at Milan. Nkunku would currently prefer to return home for more playing time and performance continuity.
Christopher Nkunku will leave Milan after one year. Several teams have shown interest, and Lipsia is the club calling with the most insistence. According to Fabrizio Romano and Matteo Moretto on YouTube, Lipsia has contacted Nkunku's agents directly. Lipsia wanted Nkunku even before he was at Milan. Nkunku would currently prefer to return home for more playing time and performance continuity.
AC Milan has excluded Christopher Nkunku from its squad and prefers to sell him for no less than thirty million, rather than loan him. His former team would welcome him back, according to L’Équipe.
AC Milan has excluded Christopher Nkunku from its squad and prefers to sell him for no less than thirty million, rather than loan him. His former team would welcome him back, according to L’Équipe.
Christopher Nkunku, a 28-year-old French international, has been given permission to find a new club after manager Rúben Amorim removed him from the AC Milan first team. The forward has 18 caps for France and a Transfermarkt market value of €25.00m. He is one of four players who have been made to train individually. Nkunku joined Milan from Chelsea in August 2025 for a reported €37 million, scoring 7 goals in 32 Serie A appearances last season. His current contract is valid until 2030. Shortly after receiving the news, Nkunku was seen at a Milan airport. A loan move is considered a possibility. 'L'Équipe' reports that there is interest from teams in Italy, Spain, and Germany, and specifically mentions RB Leipzig and Borussia Dortmund. According to recent reports from August 2026, AC Milan is seeking a minimum of €29.6 million to avoid a capital loss on a permanent deal. In May 2026, their asking price was reportedly at least €40 million.
Christopher Nkunku, a 28-year-old French international, has been given permission to find a new club after manager Rúben Amorim removed him from the AC Milan first team. The forward has 18 caps for France and a Transfermarkt market value of €25.00m. He is one of four players who have been made to train individually. Nkunku joined Milan from Chelsea in August 2025 for a reported €37 million, scoring 7 goals in 32 Serie A appearances last season. His current contract is valid until 2030. Shortly after receiving the news, Nkunku was seen at a Milan airport. A loan move is considered a possibility. 'L'Équipe' reports that there is interest from teams in Italy, Spain, and Germany, and specifically mentions RB Leipzig and Borussia Dortmund. According to recent reports from August 2026, AC Milan is seeking a minimum of €29.6 million to avoid a capital loss on a permanent deal. In May 2026, their asking price was reportedly at least €40 million.
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