Chelsea fans are reacting strongly to the latest news surrounding Christopher Nkunku’s future, with many appearing ready to say goodbye to the French forward.
Since his arrival at Stamford Bridge in 2023, Nkunku has endured a difficult spell, marked by constant injury setbacks and a struggle to secure a regular place in the starting lineup under manager Enzo Maresca.
His limited impact has been a major source of frustration for supporters, many of whom believe that parting ways with the player is now the best course of action.
Nkunku, who was signed for £52 million amid high expectations, has failed to live up to the hype.
Injuries have played a major role in disrupting his debut season, with the 27-year-old missing a staggering 48 matches across all competitions.
When he has featured, his form has been inconsistent, and he has struggled to adapt to the demands of the Premier League.
Despite showing glimpses of quality in European competitions, particularly the Conference League where he scored several goals, his contribution in the league has been minimal, registering only three goals.
The situation reached a point where Nkunku did not feature in Chelsea’s last three matches, including the high-profile clash against Liverpool, once again due to injury concerns.
His absence has further amplified the impatience of Chelsea fans, many of whom have voiced their displeasure on social media.
Supporters have openly called for the club to sell Nkunku during the upcoming summer transfer window, suggesting the money raised could be used to strengthen the squad in other areas.
According to an update from renowned journalist Fabrizio Romano on May 5, Chelsea and Nkunku are indeed expected to part ways this summer.
Bayern Munich, who had previously shown interest during the January window, are reportedly keen on bringing the Frenchman back to Germany.
Romano also mentioned that Nkunku himself is interested in making a fresh start elsewhere.
Earlier reports from November indicated that Nkunku was already contemplating a move away from Chelsea due to his lack of playing time.
There were even links to a potential move to Manchester United in the winter, with suggestions of a swap deal involving Alejandro Garnacho, though nothing materialized at that time.
Although Nkunku briefly enjoyed a run in the starting eleven when Nicolas Jackson was injured, he has since been relegated to the bench following Jackson’s return to fitness.
Given his underwhelming debut season and persistent injury issues, many Chelsea fans now seem relieved at the prospect of his departure.
Social media reactions have ranged from expressions of disappointment to outright celebration, with comments like “Good riddance” and “We should have parted ways since winter” reflecting the general mood among the fanbase.
It appears that both the club and the player are ready to move on, making a summer exit the most likely resolution to what has been a frustrating chapter for both sides.
