Christopher Nkunku joins AC Milan in €42m transfer deal from Chelsea

Chelsea forward Christopher Nkunku has officially finalized his transfer to AC Milan in a deal valued at €42 million, effectively concluding his brief and injury-plagued tenure at Stamford Bridge.

The 27-year-old French international, who made the move to Chelsea from RB Leipzig in 2023 for a sum exceeding €60 million, faced significant challenges establishing himself in the Premier League due to a series of recurring injuries. Despite his reputation for exceptional creativity and dynamic attacking style, Nkunku struggled to find playing time under the new Blues manager, Enzo Maresca.

The agreement with AC Milan is shaped as a fixed fee of €35 million complemented by performance-related add-ons that could elevate the total value to €42 million. Nkunku has committed to a five-year contract that will keep him at the club until 2030. The Rossoneri are optimistic that his arrival will inject much-needed vigor into their attacking lineup as they prepare for the upcoming Serie A season.

For Chelsea, this transfer creates essential financial latitude as the club continues its extensive squad overhaul. Letting go of Nkunku not only helps stabilize the club’s finances but also clears the path for additional acquisitions before the transfer window closes.

Nkunku’s relocation to Milan symbolizes a new chapter in his career, where he will aspire to recapture the form that once positioned him among Europe’s most coveted forwards. Meanwhile, AC Milan fans are keenly anticipating whether the talented attacker can reignite his career and make a significant impact in Italy.