Inter Milan Target Out Of Chelsea Squad For Friendly Clash Vs Bayer Leverkusen
In addition to the Frenchman, striker Nico Jackson is also absent.
Inter Milan have been keeping tabs on the situation of Chelsea forward Christopher Nkunku.
The Nerazzurri have been aware of the opportunity to sign the 27-year-old former RB Leipzig forward for some time. He is a player Chelsea are desperate to sell this summer.
Nkunku would cost a fee of around €40 million. That is certainly attainable for Inter. After all, it is what they initially bid for Ademola Lookman.
Inter Target Christopher Nkunku Out Of Chelsea Squad Vs Bayer Leverkusen
LONDON, ENGLAND – FEBRUARY 25: Christopher Nkunku of Chelsea celebrates scoring his team's first goal by blowing up a blue balloon during the Premier League match between Chelsea FC and Southampton FC at Stamford Bridge on February 25, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by)
A key part of the reason why Nkunku would be available is the fact that he is not in Chelsea's plans.
The Blues signed Nkunku just two years ago. They brought the Frenchman in on a big money deal from RB Leipzig.
However, Nkunku has never really lived up to expectations at Stamford Bridge.
This is reflected in the fact that the 27-year-old is not a part of Chelsea' squad to face Bayer Leverkusen in a preseason friendly this evening.
Therefore, it looks to be clear that Nkunku is available this evening.
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