‘Complete deal’ Chelsea man has now become a target for Bayern Munich, Blues would accept good offer for him

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Bayern Munich Eye Chelsea Talent in January Window

Acheampong Off the Table

Bayern Munich might be planning a move for one of Chelsea’s players this January, but 18-year-old Josh Acheampong won’t be making the switch. Despite being on Bayern’s radar, the young defender recently committed his future to the Blues by signing a new contract.

While Acheampong’s transfer is now off the table, Bayern could turn their attention to another Chelsea star.

Christopher Nkunku: Bayern’s New Target?

Christopher Nkunku has emerged as a potential departure from Stamford Bridge. The French forward has struggled to cement a place in Enzo Maresca’s starting lineup this season, fueling speculation about his future.

Reports suggest Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) have shown interest in Nkunku, but Bayern Munich and Atletico Madrid are now in the race for his signature. According to TBR, Chelsea would entertain a reasonable offer for the 27-year-old, making a January transfer increasingly plausible.

Nkunku’s Struggles and Guiu’s Rise

Despite his undeniable talent, Nkunku has found himself sidelined in key moments. Former Bayern star Owen Hargreaves praised Nkunku earlier in the season, highlighting his technical ability and finishing skills, but those attributes haven’t been enough to secure him a consistent role under Maresca.

In Chelsea’s recent draw against Crystal Palace, Maresca opted to bring on 19-year-old Marc Guiu instead of Nkunku. The decision raised eyebrows, as Chelsea needed to close out the match but failed to do so. Before the game, Maresca expressed a desire to give Guiu more Premier League minutes, signaling a shift in priorities.

“I hope we can start giving him some minutes very soon,” Maresca told Goal before the game. His actions at Selhurst Park confirmed that intent, as Guiu took the spotlight over the seasoned Nkunku.

A Humbling Reality for Nkunku

For a player with a £50 million price tag, being overshadowed by a teenager is a harsh reality. If Nkunku stays at Chelsea, he risks falling further down the pecking order. The recent events against Crystal Palace may just be the beginning of this challenging phase for the French forward.

Chelsea fans witnessed a glimpse of this potential shift over the weekend, as Nkunku’s future at Stamford Bridge continues to hang in the balance.