Chelsea’s move for RB Leipzig forward Christopher Nkunku is now a ‘formality’ and he is a player Graham Potter would ‘love’ at Stamford Bridge, according to journalist Robin Bairner.
The Blues splashed more than £250 million on new signings during the summer transfer window but further investment may not be far away.
What is the latest on Nkunku?
According to The Athletic, the 24-year-old is set to make the move to Stamford Bridge at the end of the season after putting pen to paper on a pre-contract agreement.
The report goes on to say that the Blues, led by chairman and co-owner Todd Boehly, are willing to pay above Leipzig’s £53 million release clause.
It was revealed that the eight-cap France international travelled to Frankfurt in September to undergo an initial medical ahead of a future move.
Chelsea could be set for another boost too as journalist Simon Phillips has previously told GiveMeSport that Nkunku’s teammate, centre-back Josko Gvardiol, would be ‘open’ to joining the Blues as well.
What has Bairner said on the deal?
Bairner believes that a move for the Frenchman is as good as done with the club preparing to welcome their new recruit next summer.
The journalist told GIVEMESPORT: “I think with Nkunku, it seems to be there's so much noise about it, it just seems to be a formality, I think. There have been so many reliable sources all agreeing on the same line, it seems Nkunku to Chelsea will happen. It's a great move from Chelsea. Nkunku is the sort of player that Graham Potter will love, with his versatility.
“We've obviously seen him at Leipzig play effectively as a centre forward. But before then he’s played as an attacking midfielder, on the wing, slightly deeper in midfield if required. I think Graham Potter will absolutely love what he will bring to the team.”
Will Nkunku be a good signing for Chelsea?
The Blues have experienced a mixed set of results over the opening 12 matches of the season, winning six clashes and losing three, scoring 17 times in the process.
While it is not a bad number of goals, it falls well short of the 30 strikes of Arsenal and the 37 of Manchester City.
This term has already seen Nkunku find the back of the net 13 times, taking his total tally for Leipzig to 60 goals in 155 games.
Coupled with his ability to play in a variety of roles, it is hard to see Nkunku not being a huge favourite at Stamford Bridge.
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