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Nkunku agrees to return to RB Leipzig as Milan sets asking price

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 3:00 PM

Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Nkunku agrees to return to RB Leipzig as Milan sets asking price

Summary

Christopher Nkunku has reportedly agreed to return to RB Leipzig from AC Milan, with discussions ongoing about a potential loan deal. Milan is seeking a fee of up to €35m to either send Nkunku out on loan with an option or obligation to buy, as he is considered surplus under coach Ruben Amorim. Nkunku joined Milan from Chelsea last summer and had a productive season with seven goals and three assists in Serie A. The financial negotiations between Milan and Leipzig are expected to continue over the weekend.

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By the Numbers

•Nkunku said yes to a return to RB Leipzig from Milan.
•Milan is asking for €33m-€35m for the transfer.
•Nkunku is surplus to requirements under coach Ruben Amorim.
•He had seven goals and three assists in last season's Serie A.
•Negotiations between Milan and Leipzig will continue into the weekend.

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3:00 PMYahoo Sports — Milan have clear asking price as Nkunku says yes to RB Leipzig transfer

What they're saying

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The latest updates in Italy claim that Christopher Nkunku has ‘said yes’ to the idea of returning to his former club RB Leipzig and that Milan will be seeking a fee of up to €35m to send the Fre...
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