Christopher Nkunku AC Milan transfer finalized as the French forward leaves Chelsea for a fresh start in Serie A and Champions League ambitions

Christopher Nkunku AC Milan transfer has been confirmed, ending the French forward’s two-year spell at Chelsea and opening a fresh chapter in Italy.

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Nkunku, 27, arrived at Stamford Bridge from RB Leipzig in June 2023 with high expectations.

An injury-hit debut season limited him to 14 appearances and three goals, but he bounced back in his second year, playing 48 times across all competitions and scoring 15 goals, including five in Chelsea’s UEFA Conference League triumph.

His final goal in a Chelsea shirt came on the grandest stage a decisive strike against Benfica in the Club World Cup Round of 16. Overall, Nkunku scored 18 goals in 62 appearances for the Blues.

Chelsea expressed gratitude for his contributions, saying, “We thank Christo for his efforts throughout his time at the club and wish him well as he begins a new chapter in his career.”

Nkunku now joins AC Milan, a club seeking to reinforce its attack as it competes for the Serie A title and prepares for the Champions League.

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His arrival at San Siro offers the perfect opportunity to rediscover the explosive form that made him one of Europe’s most sought-after forwards during his Leipzig tenure.