Bayern Munich Revives Interest in Chelsea's Christopher Nkunku Ahead of Transfer Window

Bayern Munich are actively seeking to strengthen their squad ahead of the 2025-26 season, targeting several Chelsea players who have struggled for game time, including Renato Veiga and Christopher Nkunku. Veiga, a left-back who impressed during a loan at Juventus, could join Bayern as a replacement for Kim Min-Jae, who is linked with a move to PSG. Meanwhile, Bayern's interest in Nkunku has been reignited after failing to meet Chelsea's £65 million asking price in January; the Blues have since lowered their demand to £35 million, but Bayern may face competition from Manchester United for the French attacker. Bayern also face an urgent need to bolster their attacking options following Jamal Musiala's severe injury and departures of key players such as Leroy Sane and Thomas Muller, with Stuttgart's Nick Woltemade emerging as a potential but expensive target. Juventus, involved indirectly through Veiga's loan and transfer considerations, are also planning midfield reinforcements but remain uncertain due to ongoing issues with Douglas Luiz's future. The transfer activities highlight Bayern's strategic moves to maintain domestic dominance and challenge in the Champions League while Chelsea looks to offload players not fitting their current plans.