Chelsea are preparing to receive offers for Christopher Nkunku from several clubs in January, according to reports.
Football Insider claims that sources at Stamford Bridge have told them that the club expects interest from Premier League and overseas teams as the transfer window opens in the new year.
Nkunku, 27, is believed to have been “frustrated” by his lack of consistent game time at Chelsea, where his time in the team has been limited to appearances in the Uefa Conference League this season.
Nkunku has featured in 16 of Chelsea’s 17 league matches this season, but has only started twice.
🚨 Christopher Nkunku is unhappy with his current role at Chelsea and is reportedly leaving the club in January.
PSG, Fenerbahce and Galatasaray are all interested.
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Spanish media are reporting that Nkunku’s agent Pini Zahavi has offered the Frenchman’s services to La Liga giants Barcelona.
Barcelona sporting director Deco is believed to be hoping to sign a new striker to rival Robert Lewandowski, but no action is expected to be taken until January.
Barcelona are reportedly monitoring a number of potential strikers, with Nkunku’s name on a list also including Marcus Rashford, AC Milan’s Rafael Leao and Napoli’s Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.
Chelsea are currently experiencing something of a resurgence under the leadership of Enzo Maresca. The Blues are second in the Premier League table, unbeaten in their last 12 matches in all competitions.
Maresca’s side host Fulham on Boxing Day.
