Overview

• Daily talks between Bayern and Chelsea have accelerated this week, with Bayern growing optimistic after positive meetings with Nkunku’s representatives.
• Chelsea and the player favor a permanent sale, but Bayern are seeking a loan-to-buy structure, creating a central impasse in negotiations.
• Sources place the 27-year-old forward’s value at €35–40 million under a contract running through June 2029 at Stamford Bridge.
• Nkunku’s reduced role under Enzo Maresca, following summer signings including Joao Pedro, Liam Delap, Jamie Gittens and Willian Estevao, has heightened his openness to a Bundesliga return.
• Chelsea aim to complete the transfer to free funds for targets such as Xavi Simons and Alejandro Garnacho before the September 1 window deadline.