RB Leipzig striker Christopher Nkunku has been linked with a move away from the Bundesliga in recent months.
The 24-year-old Frenchman has been in top form for the German club over the last year and his performances have caught the attention of top clubs.
Chelsea are believed to be one of the main candidates to secure his services, but the player is willing to wait for Spanish giants Real Madrid.
A report via The National he claims that the Blues currently have the upper hand in the transfer hunt and that the player could cost around €60m.
Meanwhile, his former club Paris Saint-Germain are also aware of his situation.
The Frenchman is destined to become one of the best attackers in world football and his signing would be a huge blow for Chelsea. The Blues are in desperate need of attacking reinforcements.
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Christian Pulisic, Hakim Ziyech and Kai Havertz have all failed to live up to expectations and Pierre-Emerick Aubayemang is in the twilight of his career.
Someone like Nkunku would solve his goalscoring problems instantly. The 24-year-old can play anywhere in the forward three and his versatility will be an added bonus.
The Leipzig star has 16 goals and two assists to his name in all competitions this season. It remains to be seen where it ends.
