Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Gaining tractionFootball ItaliaUnverified sourceVia Gianluca Di Marzio· 22 Aug 2026
Nkunku says yes to Leipzig return as Milan set €35m price
Christopher Nkunku has reportedly agreed to rejoin RB Leipzig, with Milan demanding up to €35m.
C. Nkunku
player
Player
Christopher Nkunku
Position
Forward
Current club
AC Milan
Linked club
RB Leipzig
Reported fee
€33m-€35m
What happened. Nkunku has agreed to return to RB Leipzig, and Milan are seeking a fee of €33m-€35m for a loan with option or obligation to buy.
- Leipzig are leading the race, with Newcastle also mentioned.
- Milan and Leipzig are discussing a loan deal with option to buy.
- Nkunku earns around €5m net per season at Milan.
Talks continue over the weekend, but Milan are firm on their valuation for the surplus forward.
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