Milan Set €40m Asking Price on Nkunku After Disappointing Season

Key Takeaways:

• Milan have told Christopher Nkunku and his agent that a €40m bid is required for his transfer
• Nkunku managed six goals and three assists in 32 appearances last season and was rarely selected as a starter
• Club officials met with agent Pini Zahavi, as Milan also show interest in another Zahavi client, Robert Lewandowski

Player Placed on Transfer List After Underwhelming Campaign

Milan are prepared to part ways with Christopher Nkunku after only one season at the San Siro, with the club making it clear to the player and his representative, Pini Zahavi, that he is available for transfer provided they receive an offer of €40m. Nkunku joined Milan from Chelsea last summer at a cost of €37m plus additional bonuses, but has struggled to make a significant impact with the Italian side.

🚨 Christopher Nkunku placed on the transfer list by AC Milan 👀

After a difficult first season, the club are reportedly open to selling for around €40M.

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Nkunku’s Performance and Milan’s Transfer Strategy

During his 32 competitive matches for Milan, the 28-year-old forward recorded just six goals and three assists. Despite injury problems among the strikers, Nkunku found himself frequently excluded from the starting line-up. Such limited involvement has prompted Milan to consider a swift departure for the player.

The club’s stance follows a meeting with his agent, Pini Zahavi, as reported by La Gazzetta dello Sport. Milan are reportedly also exploring an interest in Robert Lewandowski, another forward represented by Zahavi who currently plays for Barcelona.

Financial Considerations and International Record

Milan are determined not to incur a loss on Nkunku, so have set a €40m asking price – slightly higher than last summer’s investment. Internally, it is acknowledged that a €30m sale would recover their initial outlay, but the club hope to secure a more favourable deal in the ongoing transfer window.

Nkunku, who represents France internationally, has earned 18 senior caps and scored two goals for Les Bleus. However, his last appearance for the national team was in November 2025.