Newcastle United Get Bad News on Pursuit of PSG Target as Chelsea Exit Likely | OneFootball

Newcastle United, Manchester United, and PSG are among the clubs showing interest in Christopher Nkunku as the Chelsea forward struggled this season for form and playing time.

Nkunku arrived at Chelsea from RB Leipzig in 2023 for £52 million, but injuries and stiff competition have kept him from making a consistent impact. His long-term role under the current setup remains unclear.

According to journalist Ben Jacobs, PSG did look into a potential deal for Nkunku before backing out. Bayern Munich also passed on a January move, though Sport Bild’s Christian Falk has hinted they may return to the table later this year.

Now, there’s reportedly a new club entering the mix as Nkunku looks for a fresh start after a tough stretch with the Blues.

Will PSG target reject leaving Chelsea for Newcastle United?

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Recently, TEAMtalk reported that Bayern Munich and Newcastle United have also explored the possibility of a summer move for the 27-year-old. Nonetheless, former Man United and Blackburn chief scout Mick Brown spotlighted a major concern that Nkunku might have with the Magpies.

“Newcastle have been looking at Nkunku from Chelsea,” Brown told Football Insider. “But it will depend on whether Alexander Isak is staying or going.

“I don’t think Nkunku would be a direct replacement for Isak, but who is? He’s an option who could provide something different to their attack. But if Isak is staying, where does Nkunku fit? He wants to play regular football.

“Newcastle won’t be able to offer him that unless they sell first, which at the moment is unlikely. I think the player is open to staying in England, though, and he’s a better player than he’s been able to show at Chelsea.”