Manchester United is reportedly interested in Chelsea forward Christopher Nkunku

Manchester United is reportedly interested in signing Chelsea's Christopher Nkunku in January, as the forward seeks more playing time.

Manchester United Is Reportedly Interested In Chelsea Forward Christopher Nkunku
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Manchester United have reportedly shown interest in Chelsea forward Christopher Nkunku as they prepare for the January transfer window. Under new head coach Ruben Amorim, the Red Devils are exploring options to strengthen their squad, with Nkunku topping their wishlist, according to French outlet *L’Equipe*.

The 26-year-old forward, who joined Chelsea from RB Leipzig for £52 million last June, is reportedly dissatisfied with his limited game time at Stamford Bridge. He has started just one Premier League match this season. Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca is allegedly open to letting Nkunku leave, potentially paving the way for a transfer to United.

However, Chelsea may hesitate to sell to a Premier League rival. Despite his contract running for another five years, Nkunku’s 13 goals in 31 appearances have attracted interest from multiple clubs. United could consider him a replacement for Joshua Zirkzee, who has struggled to make an impact since his summer arrival at Old Trafford.

Here is the skill highlight video of Christopher Nkunku. 

C. Nkunku

Christopher Nkunku

Forwarder, Midfielder

FranceFrance

Age: 27

177 cm

68 kg

Season 2024/2025
Played 12 1 Missed
Minutes 182 15.2 Avg
Goals 1 0.1 Avg
Assist 0 0.0 Avg
Attempt 9 0.8 Avg
Passes 82 6.885.8% AvgSucc
Yellow 2 0.2 Avg
Red 0 0.0 Avg

This season he played in total 10 times for 154 minutes for Premier League.

C. Nkunku scored 1 goal for Chelsea. He procured no assists. He received 2 yellow cards and no red cards.

His team is currently 3rd in Premier League. In the last match Chelsea drew 1-1 against Arsenal. The next match in Premier League will be against Leicester City.

Chelsea performance and stats

Chelsea

Manager: Enzo Maresca
Rank 1st
Win 4
Draw 0
Loss 0
Goals 18-3
Diff 15

Chelsea is currently 3rd in the Premier League with 19 points.

In the last 11 games, it has won 5 times, drew 4 times, and lost twice. In its last match, Chelsea drew 1-1 against Arsenal.​​

It has a positive goal difference after scoring 21 goals and conceding 13.​

Chelsea will play the next match in Premier League against Leicester City on Saturday 23rd of November in Leicester.​