Chelsea FC and RB Leipzig forward Christopher Nkunku have decided on a deal theoretically ahead of a potential move for next summer according to Fabrizio Romano. It was disclosed that the 24 years old had his first phase of medical with Chelsea medical staff teams in Germany weeks ago, but this was said to have occurred secretly between both parties as nothing is official yet.
Nkunku who recently extended his contract with the German club has a release clause of €60m in it which is possible for Chelsea to trigger next summer’s transfer window.
The Bundesliga’s best player for last season scored 35 goals and made 20 assists across all competitions last season for Leipzig, he has netted 6 goals in his 11th appearance this season.