Christopher Nkunku undergoes secret medical ahead of Chelsea move

RB Leipzig star Christopher Nkunku seems to be set for a surprise move to Chelsea after reportedly undergoing secret medical.

The French forward enjoyed a stellar 2021/22 campaign – netting 35 goals and 20 assists in all competitions – which drew interest from European giants like Real Madrid, Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester United this summer.

However, the 24-year-old ended up staying with Die Roten Bullen after penning a contract extension until 2026.

The Bundesliga giants also inserted a €60m release clause in his new deal, which is set to become active next summer.

While it has been speculated it could be another tug of war for the French international in the summer of 2023, Chelsea appear to have won it already.

A report from BILD suggests that Nkunku had his medical with Blues secretly in Frankfurt last month.

The news could come as a huge blow for European elites, especially Los Blancos, who have lined up Nkunku as a top target for next summer.

However, for the west Londoners, they will be getting a world-class talent who can take their attack to newer heights.

Nkunku has scored four goals in Bundesliga this term despite Leipzig’s struggles.

Besides Nkunku, the Blues have identified AC Milan forward Rafael Leao as one of the top marquee targets.

The Portuguese forward is high on the wishlist of Blues’ owner Todd Boehly, who had an offer worth around €60m turned down by Rossoneri this summer.

Milan are continuing their efforts to tie the 23-year-old to a new deal, and they have recently tabled an offer with a pay rise of up to €7m per season.