Despite fierce competition at Chelsea, Christopher Nkunku has established himself as the Blues’ lethal weapon in the Conference League. A look back at the star recruit’s thunderous debut…
Since his arrival at Chelsea this summer, Christopher Nkunku has continued to impress. The French international, recruited for more than 60 million euros from RB Leipzig, is already establishing himself as a key element of Mauricio Pochettino’s squad. And it is particularly in the Conference League that the 25-year-old striker proves decisive.
A thunderous start in the Conference League
Since the start of the group stage, Christopher Nkunku has been simply unstoppable in C4. In just 4 games, the former PSG player has already found the net 5 times. A remarkable record which makes him the top scorer in the competition at this stage.
The latest episode of his European recital took place this Thursday evening on the pitch of the German club Heidenheim. While the Blues only led 1-0 at the break, it was Christopher Nkunku who made the difference in the second half. Served by Jadon Sancho, he performed a sublime technical sequence before deceiving the opposing goalkeeper with a surgical strike. A new decisive goal which brings his total to 5 goals in 4 Conference League matches this season.
Chelsea invincible in C4
Thanks in particular to Nkunku’s performances, Chelsea are currently flying above their group in the Conference League. After 4 days, the Londoners have 4 victories in as many matches and logically occupy first place in their group. The Blues seem more than ever favorites to win the first edition of this new European competition.
Nkunku, Pochettino’s lethal weapon
If the former Parisian is currently mainly used in the Conference League, Mauricio Pochettino intends to rely on him throughout the season. Despite fierce competition at Chelsea, notably embodied by Cole Palmer in the Premier League, Nkunku is gradually gaining playing time. His technical profile and his ability to make the difference at any time make him a strong asset in Pochettino’s sleeve. .
Christopher has a unique playing quality and intelligence. He is a player who can be decisive at any time. It fits our style perfectly and will be very important to us.
Mauricio Pochettino, Chelsea coach
Flagship recruit of Chelsea’s last summer transfer window, Christopher Nkunku is justifying, game after game, the 60 million euros invested by the Blues. If the French international continues his momentum, there is no doubt that he will quickly establish himself as an indisputable starter, whether in the Premier League or on the European scene. Chelsea supporters can rejoice: with Nkunku in their ranks, their team has a prime offensive asset to aim for the heights this season.
