Chelsea ‘plot double raid on RB Leipzig for Christopher Nkunku and Josko Gvardiol’ – as Thomas Tuchel looks to steal coveted France forward from under his mentor Ralf Rangnick’s nose
Chelsea are interested in RB Leipzig pair Christopher Nkunku and Josko GvardiolManchester United interim boss Ralf Rangnick is also keen on signing NkunkuChelsea are set to lose Antonio Rudiger and Andreas Christensen this summerGvardiol has been touted as a potential replacement by Thomas Tuchel
Chelsea are reportedly planning a double raid on Bundesliga side RB Leipzig for prolific forward Christopher Nkunku and defender Josko Gvardiol.
Their interest in Gvardiol has been reported for some time, with Thomas Tuchel planning for life without Antonio Rudiger and Andreas Christensen, and possibly Cesar Azpilicueta too.
Manchester United meanwhile are interested in Nkunku, with Tuchel’s mentor Ralf Rangnick keen for the player to make the switch to Old Trafford.
Chelsea are plotting to raid RB Leipzig for Josko Gvardiol and Christopher Nkunku this summer
Thomas Tuchel is keen to strengthen his squad at both ends of the pitch in the next window
Manchester United could face stiff competition for Nkunku however, with Sky Sports Germany reporting that Tuchel would like to sign the Frenchman and Gvardiol from RB Leipzig this summer.
Both Premier League sides could face a stern test in their pursuit of Nkunku, with RB Leipzig keen to keep their star forward.
Nkunku, who has a staggering 54 goals contributions in 50 games across all competitions this season, is contracted at the club until 2024.
Nkunku has been in electric form this season scoring 34 goals and registering 20 assists
Ralf Rangnick is keen for United to sign Nkunku, who joined RB Leipzig in the summer of 2019