The Frenchman continues to be the subject of numerous transfer rumors. Nkunku is struggling to get regular minutes in the Premier League and is said to be unhappy with the situation.
Despite being a regular on Chelsea’s ‘B Team’ – the team that plays in the Cup and Conference League – the ambitious striker is frustrated by his lack of chances in bigger games against top opponents. level.
This has given rise to rumors that he could leave the club as early as January and while this has always seemed somewhat unlikely, the speculation is persistent and will not go away as long as he remains little more than a luxury replacement in the Premier League .
Man Utd have been heavily linked with the 27-year-old, but Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has now given his take on things.
Maresca rules out Nkunku departure
Speaking to the media ahead of Chelsea’s Conference League clash against Heidenheim, the Italian insisted Nkunku was “not absolutely » not for sale. ” No way “replied Maresca when asked if Nkunku was unhappy. “ I spoke with Christo a few days ago, he didn’t say he wasn’t happy.
“Absolutely (it’s not for sale), yes. The problem with Christo is not the problem but the same problem that we have mentioned several times: if you play with Cole (Palmer), Joao (Felix), Christo, Jadon (Sancho) or Noni (Madueke) – who defends? Their talent is not to defend. Last game we tried with Joao and Cole together.
“Christo’s best time with us was probably in pre-season, in his position. Since we started he plays as a 9 for us. Against (Man) City, he played as a winger, knowing that it is not his best position. His best position is as a 10, but Cole plays that position. We need balance. »
