Overview

• Head coach Enzo Maresca said Christopher Nkunku and Nicolas Jackson are training separately and will not be in the West Ham matchday squad.
• The Guardian reports Chelsea rejected an initial loan proposal for Nkunku and is holding out for a sale.
• Uli Hoeneß has publicly backed a loans-only approach for Bayern, recommending additions under contract through June 30, 2026.
• Sky and BILD report Nkunku has registered a desire to join Bayern, though any move depends on Chelsea changing its terms.
• The Sept. 1 deadline and Chelsea's need to free squad space and wages are adding urgency as Bayern seek attacking help after Kingsley Coman's exit.