Bundesliga Clubs Eye Christopher Nkunku’s Potential Return
L’Équipe – as reported by FT – reveals that both RB Leipzig and Borussia Dortmund are showing interest in former Leipzig forward Christopher Nkunku. The 28-year-old may be set for a Bundesliga comeback as AC Milan plans to part ways with him after just one season. With his current salary, a loan seems to be the most feasible option.
Nkunku transferred to Milan from Chelsea last summer for around €37 million. Nevertheless, his uncertain future opens the door for a possible reunion with Leipzig, a scenario Get German Football News already covered last summer when Chelsea and RB discussed a potential Nkunku-Xavi Simons swap.
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In light of abandoning their extended pursuit of Köln winger Said El Mala, Dortmund is reevaluating their attacking options. Nkunku’s versatility as a No.10, second striker, or across the front line would provide a significantly more experienced alternative, though his wage demands might pose a challenge.
Leipzig – having recently nixed a deal to acquire Hoffenheim attacker Fisnik Asllani – can offer familiarity for Nkunku. He shares a strong bond with the club, having enjoyed the best moments of his career there, and was a major fan favorite. While last summer’s potential return fell through, the situation has shifted now that Milan is ready to let him go.
The French forward is still closely linked to his impressive four-year tenure in Saxony, during which he scored 70 goals and provided 56 assists in 172 competitive matches from 2019 to 2023, before making a €60 million switch to Chelsea.
Dortmund’s interest in Nkunku presents a more unexpected Bundesliga option. For now, L’Équipe describes a return to Leipzig as merely “a possibility,” while Dortmund is also reported to be in the mix.
L’Équipe – as relayed by FT – reports that both Leipzig and Borussia Dortmund are among the clubs monitoring former Leipzig striker Christopher Nkunku. The 28-year-old could be in line for a Bundesliga return as AC Milan prepare to part company with the former RB Leipzig star after just one season. Given his salary, a loan currently appears the likeliest solution.
Nkunku only joined Milan from Chelsea last summer for approximately €37m. His uncertain future nevertheless raises the possibility of another reunion with Leipzig, something Get German Football News already covered last summer when Chelsea and RB discussed a potential Nkunku-Xavi Simons swap.
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Dortmund are reassessing their attacking targets after abandoning their prolonged pursuit of Köln winger Said El Mala. Nkunku’s ability to operate as a No.10, second striker or across the attacking line would offer a considerably more experienced alternative, although his wages could present an obvious complication.
Leipzig – having recently nixed a deal to acquire Hoffenheim attacker Fisnik Asllani – can offer familiarity. Nkunku knows the club, enjoyed the finest spell of his career there and was a major fan favourite. Last summer’s proposed return ultimately went nowhere, but the circumstances have changed considerably now that Milan are themselves prepared to move him on.
The French attacker remains closely associated with his outstanding four-year spell in Saxony. Nkunku registered 70 goals and 56 assists in 172 competitive appearances between 2019 and 2023 before completing a €60m move to Chelsea.
Dortmund represent the more surprising Bundesliga option. For the moment, L’Équipe describes a Leipzig return merely as “a possibility,” while Dortmund are also said to remain in the race.
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