Christopher Nkunku's move to Chelsea from RB Leipzig for the upcoming season was announced on June 20, despite the French star signing his contract in December.
As revealed by transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the announcement was expected to occur after the conclusion of the latest round of international matches, with France's final game scheduled for June 19 against Greece.
Nkunku's arrival is seen as a significant acquisition for Chelsea, with fans eagerly anticipating his official unveiling. The 25-year-old is set to join Mauricio Pochettino's squad for the pre-season fixtures, bringing a much-needed boost to the Blues' attacking forces
Despite facing injuries throughout the previous campaign, Nkunku displayed remarkable form for Leipzig, scoring 23 goals and providing nine assists in a total of 36 appearances.