Overview

• Bayern accelerated discussions with Chelsea over Nkunku after Nick Woltemade’s transfer fell through
• Chelsea is seeking a permanent transfer package valued at €35–40 million to meet its financial obligations
• Bayern remains set on a loan arrangement with a purchase option to limit upfront spending
• A meeting between Nkunku’s agent Pini Zahavi and Chelsea officials suggested the club may retain the player beyond this season
• Nkunku has expressed interest in the move and was omitted from Chelsea’s Premier League opener, highlighting a possible exit