2 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
CHRISTOPHER NKUNKU #18 - FORWARD - CHELSEA
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Christopher Nkunku set to issue Chelsea ultimatum amid Man Utd rumors | Sporting News Christopher Nkunku is frustrated with his limited role at Chelsea. Could a January move to Manchester United be the answer?
Christopher Nkunku set to issue Chelsea ultimatum amid Man Utd rumors | Sporting News Canada Christopher Nkunku is frustrated with his limited role at Chelsea. Could a January move to Manchester United be the answer?
2 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Failing to find starts Nkunku has only started in one of his 10 appearances for a total of 155 minutes of play.
Impact Nkunku's spell at Chelsea continues to disappoint, with the attacker now struggling to find minutes after only playing 11 times last season due to hamstring issues. He only saw the start in the opening match of the season, registering 58 minutes of play before scoring his lone goal of the campaign three matches later. That said, he hasn't produced in his short time on the field, with only one goal contribution to his name. This is not a good sign for the Frenchman, as with numerous options in a young team, he will have a lot of work to do to make his way back up the pecking order.
NOVEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE
Chelsea's transfer demands for Christopher Nkunku revealed amid Man Utd links as 'frustrated' attacker questions future at Stamford Bridge | Goal.com US Christopher Nkunku is reportedly unhappy at Chelsea and the Blues have now named their price for the forward as Manchester United ponder upo...
NOVEMBER 11 • GOAL.COM
Christopher Nkunku could leave Chelsea! Summer transfer on the cards if Frenchman remains out of favour under Enzo Maresca with £52m signing frustrated by game time | Goal.com US Christopher Nkunku could reportedly consider a Chelsea exit next summer if he fails to tie down a regular spot in Enzo Maresca's team.
NOVEMBER 10 • GOAL.COM
Could Christopher Nkunku return to PSG? Chelsea attacker addresses potential comeback as he fights for his place at Stamford Bridge | Goal.com US Chelsea star Christopher Nkunku revealed if he plans to return to his former club Paris Saint-Germain.
OCTOBER 14 • GOAL.COM
Chelsea 5-0 Barrow: Christopher Nkunku scores hat-trick in emphatic Carabao Cup win for Blues Report and free match highlights from the Carabao Cup third-round clash between Premier League side Chelsea and League Two Barrow at Stamfor...
SEPTEMBER 24 • SKY.COM
Bags winner Nkunku scored one goal from his only on target effort in Saturday's 1-0 victory versus AFC Bournemouth.
Impact Nkunku took to the field after 79 minutes Saturday to replace Nicolas Jackson as the Blues lead striker. The change was effective with the French striker scoring the match winner through his only on target effort, an excellent strike from outside the box. He is usually deployed from the bench and is Chelsea's choice penalty taker if he is on the field. He has made just one start this season though he has been brought on from the bench in every match. During 2023-24 he bagged three goals from 11 appearances.
SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE
Jadon Sancho, Christopher Nkunku react to Chelsea's win v. Bournemouth | Premier League
SEPTEMBER 14 • YOUTUBE
Jadon Sancho finds Christopher Nkunku to give Chelsea lead v. Cherries | Premier League
SEPTEMBER 14 • YOUTUBE
Chelsea 2-0 Servette: Christopher Nkunku and Noni Madueke on target as Enzo Maresca gets first win as Chelsea boss Match report as Chelsea overcome Servette and take a 2-0 lead to Switzerland in their Europa Conference League qualifier; Christopher Nkunku...
AUGUST 22 • SKY.COM
Injury logged season Nkunku ended the 2023/24 EPL season making two starts in 11 appearances.
Impact Nkunku was not able to perform to his expectation, missing most of the time with a long-term knee and hamstring injury. He was the Bundesliga golden boot winner in 2022/23, expected to score most of the goals for Chelsea. Nkunku only recorded three goals in the 11 appearances, as the Frenchman is set to work on his fitness in the offseason ahead of the 2024/23 campaign.
MAY 23 • ROTOWIRE
Scores off bench Nkunku scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Wednesday's 2-1 win against Brighton.
Impact Nkunku came on to replace the injured Mykhailo Mudryk, recording his first goal since January. It has been an unfortunate season for the forward, missing most of the season through injuries. This resulted in just three goals in 10 appearances, two of them coming as starts.
MAY 15 • ROTOWIRE
Returns off bench Nkunku came off the bench and played 14 minutes during Sunday's 5-0 win over West Ham.
Impact Nkunku returned from a second long-term injury and was given the green light for about 15 minutes. The striker was expected to play a major role with his new club but injuries have totally derailed his start to life in London. The goal at this point is to get healthy to close the season and head into the offseason fully fit.
MAY 8 • ROTOWIRE
Cleared for bench role Nkunku (hamstring) is on the bench for Chelsea during Sunday's clash with West Ham.
Impact Nkunku was a doubt in the buildup to the match, but returns to the squad for the first time since February. It's been an injury plagued first campaign with Chelsea for Nkunku.
MAY 5 • ROTOWIRE
Doubtful for return Nkunku (hamstring) is still training with the team as he is a heavy doubt for Sunday's match versus West Ham. "For us, we need to recover the players. We do not have too many optio...
Impact Nkunku is still not expected to return Sunday after having just returned to team training with the squad. With only four matches left on the season, the forward is not likely to return to any important role after a disappointing injury plagued campaign. He will at least look to make a come back to the pitch on May 11 versus Nottingham Forest.
MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE
Trains with team, still out Nkunku (hamstring) joined team training this week but is still out for Thursday's match against Tottenham, according to manager Mauricio Pochettino. "It's not good news because we...
Impact Nkunku is closing in on a return but will have to wait another match or two before that happens, as he was included in team training this week. This is tremendous news for the club, as their star summer signing has only played seven games in league play all campaign due to injuries, now possibly being an option for the rest of the season after Thursday. He will now hope to be fit enough to take the field against West Ham on Sunday.
MAY 1 • ROTOWIRE
Could return before season's end Nkunku (hamstring) won't play Saturday against Manchester City in the FA Cup semifinals, but manager Mauricio Pochettino said he's hopeful of having the French winger back at some...
Impact The loss of Nkunku is a big one for Chelsea since he's an extremely talented player who can change the course of a game on his own, but it's not like it'll alter the team's plan too much, as he's missed most of the season with injuries. Regardless, this is an update in a positive direction for the Frenchman, who still has a shot at playing for the Blues before the campaign ends in mid-May, though a precise date for his potential return has yet to be provided. Nkunku has been limited to just seven appearances (two starts) in the Premier League this season, bagging two goals.
APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE
Pochettino unsure if injured Nkunku will play again this season Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino says he does not know if forward Christopher Nkunku will play again this season. The Athletic reported i...
APRIL 3 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Without timeframe to return Nkunku (hamstring) doesn't have a timeframe to return, according to manager Mauricio Pochettino. "At the moment we don't still know when it will be possible for him to start to tra...
Impact This isn't the update Chelsea fans were looking for, as Nkunku has not been able to stay on the pitch this season. This injury was suffered after about a month of action on the pitch and a few bench appearances. Given this update, there's a chance Nkunku doesn't return again this season, chalking it up as a lost campaign. Fortunately for the Blues, most of the other attackers are healthy and scoring, so his absence isn't as pronounced as earlier in the season.
APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE
Likely out 3-4 weeks Nkunku (undisclosed) is expected to be sidelined for 3-4 weeks after manager Mauricio Pochettino told reporters Tuesday, "We need to evaluate him (Nkunku) every day. At the moment,...
Impact Nkunku missed the first 16 games of the season due to a knee problem and now finds himself on the shelf once again. When the midfielder has gotten onto the pitch, he has been limited to just two starts in seven outings in which he registered two goals on 11 shots (seven on target). Mykhailo Mudryk could see some additional minutes with Nkunku unavailable.
FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE
Christopher Nkunku gives Chelsea lifeline against Liverpool | Premier League
JANUARY 31 • YOUTUBE
Scores consolation goal Nkunku scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Wednesday's 4-1 loss against Liverpool.
Impact Nkunku got on the scoresheet with a nice finish in the second half, a small taste of what he can offer this attack if he can stay fit. Staying fit and in the starting XI is going to be the name of the game for Nkunku in the back half of the Premier League after nearly two seasons in a row where he's struggled with various injuries.
JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE
Given bench nod Nkunku (hip) is on the bench for Wednesday's contest against Liverpool.
Impact Nkunku is making his way off the injury report for the second time this season, being listed to the bench after healing from a hip injury. The club will now just hope for the attacker to remain healthy, as he has only played three contests since joining the club, having been injured over much of his tenure. He should return to the starting XI Sunday against Wolves after making the team sheet Wednesday.
JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE
