Reports suggest Liverpool are considering a move for Chelsea forward Christopher Nkunku.
However, they face competition from Premier League rivals Newcastle and a major European club.
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The 27-year-old joined Chelsea from RB Leipzig in 2023 for £52 million but has struggled to make an impact, largely due to injuries.
The 14-cap France international arrived following several knee problems.
He suffered a serious knee injury requiring surgery during pre-season.
Most recently, Nkunku has been out of action since February due to a hamstring problem.
He has scored only 17 goals in 56 appearances for Chelsea.
Consequently, Foot Mercato reports that Nkunku is expected to leave Chelsea at the end of the current season.
However, the versatile attacker might stay in the Premier League.
Reports suggest Liverpool have emerged as potential contenders.
The Reds could potentially see departures in their attacking line-up, including Darwin Nunez.
The futures of other players like Luis Diaz, Diogo Jota, and Federico Chiesa are also uncertain.
Nkunku`s versatility, capable of playing across the attack and in midfield, makes him an attractive prospect for Liverpool.
If he can replicate the prolific form shown at Leipzig, where he scored 58 goals in his last two seasons, he could prove to be a very smart acquisition.
However, Liverpool are not the only English club reportedly interested.
Newcastle are also reportedly aware of Nkunku`s situation and are exploring the possibility of a bid.
But the player might be tempted by a return to Germany with Bayern Munich.
The Bundesliga champions unsuccessfully attempted to sign Nkunku in January.
With Thomas Muller departing Bayern this summer, a spot for a forward who primarily plays behind the striker will open up.
Given his successful spell at his former club Leipzig and his challenges in England with Chelsea, Bayern could emerge as Nkunku`s preferred destination.
