Christopher Nkunku’s Chelsea chapter is coming to a close after spending two years at the club, and a brand-new adventure is set to begin in Italy. The French forward, who arrived at Stamford Bridge with so much expectations around him, has struggled to truly make his mark in England.
The former lepzig star was plagued injuries and limited minutes, fans never got to see the best of him in blue. Softfootball understands that AC Milan are ready to hand him a fresh start after swooping in at the end to sway the player who has been heavily linked to a return to bundesliga .
For the Rossoneri, Nkunku is exactly the kind of player they’ve been chasing quick, creative, and versatile in attack. Milan believe he can bring new energy to their frontline and help push them closer to to reclaiming their Serie A glory, while also helping them make their European ambitions come true. At 26, the forward is entering his prime years, and Milan see this as the perfect moment to bring him in.
Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano broke the exclusive story via his X handle, saying:
“EXCLUSIVE: Christopher Nkunku to AC Milan, here we go! Deal verbally agreed in principle between the clubs. AC Milan and Chelsea are set to prepare documents today, fee will be in the region of €35m with add-ons. Nkunku said yes to 5 year contract yesterday, as revealed.”
For Chelsea, the deal means they recover a solid fee for their isolated striker while continuing to reshape their squad under the new project. For Nkunku, it’s a chance to leave behind an injury ruined time in England and remind Europe why he was one of the most exciting forwards in the Bundesliga not too long ago.
All that’s left is the paperwork for the deal to be completed, but Milan fans are already buzzing. A five-year contract is lined up, and the San Siro faithfuls are eager to see if Nkunku can light up Serie A the same way he once lit up Leipzig.
