Chelsea have turned down Bayern Munich’s approach to sign Christopher Nkunku on loan this summer, according to The Times. The German champions remain interested in the French forward, but a deal looks unlikely unless Chelsea soften their stance.
Bayern are actively searching for attacking reinforcements, with Nkunku seen as a top target after his struggles with injuries in his debut Premier League season. However, Chelsea are unwilling to sanction a temporary move and want him to remain at Stamford Bridge.
Meanwhile, potential deals involving Xavi Simons and Alejandro Garnacho could depend on Chelsea’s outgoings, as the club continues to weigh sales before committing to further signings.