Nkunku left out of Chelsea squad: coach discusses future of Bayern target | OneFootball

Christopher Nkunku has been dropped from the matchday squad at FC Chelsea. Coach Enzo Maresca has now openly spoken about his uncertain future.

Before the Premier League match at West Ham, Maresca confirmed that Nkunku will not be part of the squad. The coach said: "We will see if they are still with us after September 1st. If not, it means they have found a solution. I think it's better if they find a solution because they will be happier then. Both are training separately and will not be in the squad tomorrow." He was referring to Nkunku and his strike partner Nicolas Jackson.

At FC Bayern, developments are being closely monitored. The 27-year-old is one of the desired players of the Munich team, who are still looking for an attacking reinforcement. According to the Guardian, an initial loan offer has already been rejected, as the Blues insist on a sale. The reason is that Chelsea wants to make room in the squad - among others for Xavi Simons and Alejandro Garnacho.

Nkunku himself has, according to Sky, internally expressed his desire to move and is keen to go to Munich. A basic agreement with the record champion is said to already exist. If Chelsea can't find a buyer, the club would have to continue paying his high salary - a scenario that increases the pressure.

Hoeneß sets clear boundaries

Another aspect: FC Bayern is pursuing a modified transfer strategy. As reported by the Süddeutsche Zeitung, honorary president Uli Hoeneß and the supervisory board have decided that only loan deals should be pursued. This is causing internal tension, as Max Eberl and Christoph Freund originally planned for a permanent transfer.

Hoeneß made it clear: "I would strongly recommend supplementing the squad with a loan player who is under contract until June 30, 2026." A renewed loan offer could therefore land on the table again despite the Blues' rejection.

Nkunku continues to train individually and plays no role under Maresca. If this does not change and no buyer is found by the transfer deadline, Chelsea may be forced to adjust its own conditions.

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