Christopher Nkunku’s Swipe at Fenerbahçe: 'Staying Was an Easy Decision'
Christopher Nkunku, whom Fenerbahçe put in a massive effort to sign during the winter transfer window, ultimately stayed at AC Milan because he did not want to leave. Nkunku, who was specifically requested by manager Domenico Tedesco, has spoken about the transfer process for the first time. Here are the details...
In the 21st week of the Süper Lig, Fenerbahçe defeated Gençlerbirliği 3-1 at home. The goals that brought victory to Fenerbahçe were scored by Anderson Talisca and Kerem Aktürkoğlu (2). Following the close of the winter transfer window, Anderson Talisca started in the front line for Fenerbahçe, while new signing Sidiki Cherif took the field in the final 10 minutes.
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The Failed Pursuit of Nkunku
After the departures of Jhon Durán and Youssef En-Nesyri, Fenerbahçe added Sidiki Cherif to the forward line but failed to secure a marquee striker at the expected level. A striking development has now emerged regarding Christopher Nkunku, one of the names the Yellow Canaries wanted most during the winter window.
Nkunku's reluctance to leave Milan—despite Tedesco’s strong desire to bring him in—stood as the biggest obstacle. Although Fenerbahçe and Milan had reached an agreement, Nkunku’s personal decision was the determining factor, and the transfer fell through.
"Milan is Italy's Biggest Club"
Speaking to La Gazzetta dello Sport following the transfer deadline, Nkunku stated that he never intended to leave Milan. The French forward said:
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"I never thought about leaving Milan in January. It was a very easy decision for me. Milan is the biggest club in Italy."
This season, Nkunku has made 20 official appearances for Milan, recording 6 goals and 2 assists. Milan signed Nkunku from Chelsea at the beginning of the season for a fee of €37 million.
