AC Milan make €29m transfer demand for Christopher Nkunku amid Barcelona interest

Christopher Nkunku’s future at AC Milan has become increasingly uncertain, with Barcelona exploring the possibility of signing the French forward.

According to L’Equipe, representatives of Nkunku have held talks with Barcelona officials as the Catalan club assess attacking options ahead of the new season.

However, the proposed move faces a significant financial obstacle, with Nkunku’s salary currently making a transfer difficult for Barcelona to complete.

Barcelona face salary problem

Nkunku is reportedly earning more than €6m net per season, a figure that would place a major financial burden on Barcelona.

The Catalan club are considering the 28-year-old among their attacking options but would need to find a solution to his wage demands before a transfer could progress.

The situation has developed as Nkunku’s position at Milan becomes increasingly uncertain.

The forward was recently seen at Linate Airport, while AC Milan left him out of the squad for their friendly against Manchester United, indicating that he is not part of Ruben Amorim’s plans for the new project.

Milan need €29m to avoid loss

Nkunku joined Milan from his previous club for €37m last year and scored eight goals in 35 appearances during his first season in Italy.

Those numbers have apparently failed to convince Milan’s new sporting management, who are now open to the possibility of his departure.

The Frenchman’s contract with the Rossoneri runs until 2030, but Milan must also consider the financial implications of any potential transfer.

The club would need to receive at least €29m from his sale this season to avoid making a loss on the investment.

Nkunku’s next move remains unclear

Barcelona are continuing to monitor the situation, but their interest has yet to develop into a formal transfer agreement.

For Nkunku, the uncertainty comes after just one season in Milan, with his exclusion from the squad further suggesting that his time at the Italian club could be coming to an end.

Barcelona’s ability to resolve the salary issue could ultimately determine whether the French forward gets the opportunity to continue his career in Spain.