Bayern Munich eye Christopher Nkunku amid Jamal Musiala Injury woes

Bayern Munich have renewed its pursuit of Chelsea forward Christopher Nkunku, seeing the Frenchman as a strategic reinforcement during a critical period for the Bundesliga giants.

The interest, initially sparked during the January transfer window, has intensified as Bayern seeks to bolster its attacking options following the injury of Jamal Musiala, sidelined for at least four months.

In January, Bayern attempted to negotiate a deal with Chelsea involving young talent Mathys Tel to reduce Nkunku’s valuation, but the move stalled, partly because Tel has since moved permanently to Tottenham Hotspur, a fierce rival of Chelsea.

Without the possibility of including a player exchange, Bayern is now focusing on a straightforward transfer, although Chelsea’s asking price remains a sticking point, with figures reported around £50-60 million.

Nkunku, has struggled to cement a starting role at Chelsea, despite showing flashes of his attacking prowess with 17 goals and 5 assists in 56 appearances.

His frustration at Stamford Bridge and desire for a fresh start have made a return to Germany, where he previously excelled with RB Leipzig, an attractive proposition for both player and club.

Bayern’s interest is also linked to their ongoing search for attacking reinforcements, with Luis Díaz from Liverpool also on their radar.

Nkunku is viewed as a versatile option who can operate centrally or on the wing, making him a suitable temporary replacement for Musiala while also adding depth for the squad’s long-term plans.

Chelsea, on the other hand, is reportedly only considering a permanent transfer, signaling a willingness to move on from the player this summer.