"He could have a big impact at Old Trafford" – Emmanuel Petit urges Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim to snap up Chelsea attacker
Ex-Arsenal and Chelsea star Emmanuel Petit has claimed that Manchester United should launch a move to sign Blues forward Christopher Nkunku.
Nkunku, 27, is allegedly unhappy with his lack of game time at the Blues and could force an exit should the situation not improve. He has scored 10 goals in 18 overall matches for his team this season, but has only featured in 163 minutes of action in the Premier League so far.
Speaking to betting outlet Casino Hawks, Petit urged new Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim to lure Nkunku away from the Stamford Bridge club. He said (h/t Metro):
"Ruben Amorim has a clear philosophy and knows exactly what he wants from his players. He has an identity and he wants intelligent players – Christopher Nkunku is one of those. In terms of how he links up with strikers and wingers, he could have a big impact at Old Trafford if Chelsea decide to sell. Looking at the dressing room at Manchester United, he could make a big difference."
Opining on the former RB Leipzig star's current situation, Petit added:
"Nkunku isn't being prioritised because of who is coming in to play in that position, Estevao Willian. This is a player who has broken Neymar's records in Brazil and has so much quality despite only being 17."
Petit, who played for the Blues between 2001 and 2004, concluded:
"[Estevao Willian's] agent says that everything is clear with the Chelsea board in terms of plans and he'll be playing in the number 10 position next season. Nkunku has done well and has also played well for France, but his injuries have held him back and although Chelsea will be very happy to keep him, he isn't their priority."
Nkunku currently has a contract until June 2029 at his current club.
Chelsea, Manchester United, Liverpool in race to snap up Scottish Championship wonderkid
According to Football Insider, Celtic are expected to face tough competition from a number of Premier League teams in the race to sign Motherwell star Lennon Miller. Chelsea, Manchester United, Liverpool, and Manchester City are all aiming to sign the player in the future.
Since making his debut in August 2022, the 18-year-old midfielder has contributed five goals and seven assists in 56 total matches for Motherwell.
Miller, who has also attracted interest from Aston Villa and Rangers, has produced two goals and three assists in five games for Scotland U21 side.