Chelsea transfer news: Christopher Nkunku asking price 'dropped' to spark interest in three European leagues

By Darren Plant, Senior Reporter

Published: July 22 2025 | 12:33

Last updated: July 22 2025 | 12:50

Chelsea 'drop asking price' for Nkunku, sparks interest in three leagues

Chelsea reportedly drop the asking price of Christopher Nkunku in an effort to spark interest in his signature.

Chelsea have reportedly decided to lower the asking price of Christopher Nkunku.

The France international has just played an important part in Chelsea's Club World Cup triumph, scoring a crucial goal in a last-16 tie against Benfica and featuring in all six wins either from the start or from the substitutes' bench.

As such, the versatile attacker has enhanced his reputation within the squad at a time when he had dropped out of favour during the closing weeks of 2024-25.

However, with Chelsea now being linked with a move for RB Leipzig playmaker Xavi Simons, it remains likely that Nkunku will depart Stamford Bridge during the summer transfer window.

According to The Athletic, club officials are now prepared to accept lower offers for the 27-year-old than they had initially planned to.

What is Nkunku's new asking price?

The report alleges that Chelsea are willing to accept bids in the region of €50m (£43.39m) for Nkunku over the coming weeks.

That represents a clear reduction on previous valuations, the West Londoners having previously wanted to recoup the £52m that they shelled out two years ago.

Clubs in the Premier League, Bundesliga and Serie A are all said to be admirers of Nkunku and are considering their options.

Despite failing to make a sustained impact in the Premier League, Nkunku has still contributed 18 goals and five assists from his 62 appearances in all competitions.

Bayern Munich are namechecked as a potential destination for Nkunku, who still has four years remaining on his contract.

Why Chelsea can afford to drop valuation

While it is no secret that Chelsea have spent vast amounts of money to acquire fresh talent and have recently received a UEFA fine, they have also recouped substantial figures in recent weeks.

As well as generating in the region of £85m to £90m from their Club World Cup campaign, at least £75m has been raised through selling goalkeeper Djordje Petrovic and winger Noni Madueke.

More sales will follow in due course as club chiefs look to further bolster their improving financial position and reducing their outgoings in the process.