Bayern Munich remain interested in securing a deal for Chelsea forward Christopher Nkunku, with reports suggesting the German giants could make a renewed push for the French international in the upcoming transfer window.
The 27-year-old attacker has been heavily linked with a move to the Allianz Arena throughout 2025, with Bayern Munich reportedly having agreed personal terms with Christopher Nkunku earlier this year. However, negotiations between the clubs have proven complex, with Chelsea’s high valuation presenting a big obstacle.
Chelsea’s Asking Price Creates Stumbling Block
After two consecutive stellar campaigns for Die Roten Bullen in the German Bundesliga, Chelsea secured a 60 million euro transfer for the player from RB Leipzig in 2023. However, Nkunku’s market value has since declined significantly due to his struggles at Stamford Bridge.
As per Transfermarkt, Nkunku’s market value has since dropped to 35 million euros from the 80 million it had reached when he first moved to England, largely due to injury issues that have prevented him from securing regular playing time in the Premier League.
Despite this depreciation, Chelsea demands a transfer fee exceeding 70 million euros, which FC Bayern is unwilling to pay. The big gap between the player’s current market value and Chelsea’s asking price has complicated negotiations throughout the year.
Bayern’s Continued Interest
Recent reports is that Bayern Munich are interested in signing both Christopher Nkunku and Renato Veiga this summer, indicating the Bavarian club’s persistent pursuit of the French forward.
The asking price for the 27 year-old could fall to almost half in just 6 months, according to recent reports, which could make a summer deal more feasible for Bayern Munich.
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Previous Transfer Attempts
Bayern’s interest in Nkunku is not new. The club has been monitoring the situation since the January transfer window, when Christopher Nkunku (27) has agreed personal terms to join Bayern Munich according to reports from earlier this year.
Current Situation
Chelsea are expected to part ways with forward Christopher Nkunku in the next transfer window, reports RMC Sport. The 27-year-old has struggled to earn regular starts during a campaign in which he has seen 18 of his 27 Premier League appearances come as a substitute.
The French international’s lack of regular playing time at Chelsea has fueled speculation about his departure, with Bayern Munich positioned as the most likely destination given their long-standing interest and the player’s familiarity with German football from his successful stint at RB Leipzig.
With the summer transfer window here, all parties involved will be looking to find a resolution. Bayern Munich’s willingness to pursue a loan deal if a permanent transfer proves too expensive suggests they remain committed to bringing Nkunku to the Bundesliga.
The coming weeks will be crucial in determining whether Bayern can negotiate a deal that satisfies Chelsea’s valuation while staying within their own transfer budget constraints. Given Nkunku’s proven ability in German football and his apparent desire to return to the Bundesliga, this transfer saga appears far from over.
