Chelsea and Bayern Munich have opened talks over a potential transfer for forward Christopher Nkunku, journalist Florian Plettenberg reports.

Leipzig are among a number of sides interested in the forward, but have some financial reservations about the logistics of a potential deal.

Bayern Munich have opened talks with Chelsea for Christopher Nkunku, talkSPORT understands. The German champions also made an enquiry for the French international back in January, but

Inter Milan are the latest club to express an interest in Christopher Nkunku, with the Frenchman’s future one to watch until deadline day according to Sky Germany reporter Florian Plettenberg.

The 30-year-old is Everton's sixth new arrival of the summer after Thierno Barry, Mark Travers, Adam Aznou and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, and the loan addition of Jack Grealish. Carlos Alcaraz also joined on a permanent switch after spending the second half of last season on loan at the club.

Christopher Nkunku will be a Chelsea player in June 2023, according to Fabrizio Romano. Nkunku's move from RB Leipzig to Chelsea has been "signed and sealed".

Fabrizio Romano has provided an update on the Blues' transfer plans, with an exit to unlock an exciting new capture.

Chelsea's double swoop for Xavi Simons and Alejandro Garnacho is being held up by the potential exit of Christoper Nkunku.