Report – Inter Milan Will Only Sign Chelsea Flop As A Last Resort

Originally posted on SempreInter.com | By Toni Weeler | Last updated Aug 2, 2025 6:19 AM ET

Inter Milan will reportedly only sign Chelsea forward Christopher Nkunku as a last resort if their pursuit of Ademola Lookman collapses.

This according to today’s print edition of Milan-based newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport, via FCInterNews. They report that the Frenchman’s wages would be a major potential issue.

Inter Milan are reeling after Atalanta rejected their second offer for forward Ademola Lookman.

The Nerazzurri’s pursuit of the Nigerian international is not exactly dead in the water. Particularly if the player is to really kick up a fuss to try and force through the transfer.

However, with Atalanta’s firm stance, Inter know that they need a Plan B.

Inter Will Only Sign Chelsea Forward Christopher Nkunku As Last Resort

According to the Gazzetta dello Sport, one such Plan B could be Chelsea forward Christopher Nkunku.

The Nerazzurri have been aware of the opportunity to sign the 27-year-old former RB Leipzig forward for some time. He is a player Chelsea are desperate to sell this summer.

Nkunku would cost a fee of around €40 million. That is certainly attainable for Inter. After all, it is what they initially bid for Nkunku.

However, reports the Gazzetta, Inter are not just going to move on to Nkunku after Atalanta’s rejection of their second bid for Lookman.

In particularly, the Frenchman’s wages would be an issue.

Nkunku earns €6.5 million net per season at Chelsea. By contrast, Inter have agreed personal terms with Lookman worth €4.5 million net per season.

Therefore, reports the Gazzetta dello Sport, Inter will continue to wait. They’re only going to move for Nkunku if they run out of options.

This article first appeared on SempreInter.com and was syndicated with permission.

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