Aston Villa Target Christopher Nkunku as Transfer Window Deadline Approaches

Aston Villa have contacted Chelsea to sign attacker Christopher Nkunku. The French player is being considered as a last-minute addition to strengthen Villa’s squad before the transfer window closes.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Villa are looking for new attacking players after losing Marcus Rashford, Marcos Asensio, and Leon Bailey in the current window. Their only attacking signing so far is Evann Guessand. Villa have begun the new Premier League season poorly. They drew their opener against Newcastle United, then lost to Brentford. Villa need attacking solutions. Nkunku, who scored eight goals and provided four assists last season, is now available on the market. Chelsea won both the Europa Conference League and the FIFA Club World Cup. Villa have made contact for a possible deal as the transfer deadline approaches. Bayern Munich and RB Leipzig are also interested in the French forward. There is strong competition for his signature, making the situation tense.

VILLA’S ATTACK NEEDS FRESH OPTIONS

Last season, Nkunku proved he could play as a central striker, number 10, or even out wide. His versatility is valuable to Villa, particularly after losing several attacking options this summer. The 27-year-old reportedly fell out of favor at Chelsea under new manager Enzo Maresca, and the London club are open to letting him go. Villa’s results this season add urgency to their situation. After two games, they are near the bottom of the Premier League table, with just one point. Goal difference is already a concern. Their next match is against Everton, who are also winless but sit above Villa by one point. Villa are just one point ahead of last-place Burnley and have just one point from two matches, having finished 6th last season. The need for new signings is crucial.

THE FINAL WEEK: WHAT TO EXPECT

With the transfer deadline approaching, Villa will likely expand their search for reinforcements. Nkunku is not their only option. According to reports, Nico Jackson and Marco Asensio are also on their shortlist. However, competition from top German clubs and Premier League rivals could complicate negotiations. Villa urgently need results to climb the table and stabilize their season. A move for Nkunku could be decided quickly as Villa prepare for crucial home fixtures with rivals hovering just above them in the standings. Expect swift movement in the coming days as the transfer window closes and Villa aim to revive their campaign.