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Christopher Nkunku’s future at Chelsea is becoming more uncertain, with several top European clubs eyeing the forward. According to Graeme Bailey of TBR Football, the 27-year-old could leave Stamford Bridge as early as January, as his representatives explore potential moves.

Since his £52 million transfer from RB Leipzig in 2023, Nkunku has struggled to secure a regular starting spot, leading to growing speculation about his next destination.

Journalist Ben Jacobs previously reported that Paris Saint-Germain are seriously considering bringing him back to Ligue 1, though no official offer has been made. At the same time, Bayern Munich have decided not to pursue Nkunku this winter. Sport Bild’s Christian Falk reported that the Bavarian side are likely to renew their interest in the summer.

Are Manchester United making a move for Christopher Nkunku?

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This past week, TEAMtalk reported that Manchester United remain interested in Nkunku as deadline day approaches. With Bayern Munich out of the race, at least for now, United have an opening to secure the player.

While speaking to Football Insider, former Manchester United chief Mick Brown stated that the Red Devils are still keen to sign Nkunku in the closing stages of the transfer window.

“I watched him play against Man City for Leipzig a couple of years ago,” Brown said. “He scored a hattrick and his team lost 6-3, but he was very, very eye-catching that day. He played not as a center-forward or a wide man but almost as a third forward inside on the right, similar to the type of role Amorim uses. It’s not quite happened for him at Chelsea, but that could be said for a few of their players.

“But he’s highly thought-of at United and he’s one of the names they’ve been looking at. It looks as if Rashford is going to leave after Amorim’s recent comments, so that’s going to free up some space which they’ll want to fill. So Nkunku, I think he’d do a good job at United if they can get a deal done. Whether that happens on loan or a permanent deal remains to be seen because both have been discussed.”