Chelsea has officially announced the signing of French forward Christopher Nkunku from RB Leipzig. The highly sought-after player has agreed to a six-year contract, commencing on July 1st. This acquisition marks a significant move for the London club, which invested heavily in new talent last season, spending approximately $630 million.
Nkunku, 25, expressed his enthusiasm about joining Chelsea, stating, "A substantial effort was made to bring me here, and I'm eager to collaborate with my new coach and teammates. I want to demonstrate my capabilities on the field to the Chelsea supporters." The move comes after a disappointing season for Chelsea, which saw the team record their lowest-ever Premier League points total and fail to qualify for European competitions.
Following the dismissals of managers Thomas Tuchel and Graham Potter, club legend Frank Lampard served as interim manager for the remainder of the season. Now, former Tottenham coach Mauricio Pochettino has taken the helm, tasked with revitalizing the team's performance. Nkunku's arrival is anticipated to be the first of several signings this summer at Stamford Bridge.
Chelsea's co-sporting directors, Laurence Stewart and Paul Winstanley, praised Nkunku's attacking prowess, highlighting his quality, creativity, and versatility. With 10 caps for the French national team, Nkunku previously played for Paris Saint-Germain before transferring to Leipzig in 2019. His signing signals Chelsea's ambition to rebuild and compete at the highest level.
