Although the highly regarded France international forward’s stock has recently increased, he has pledged his immediate future to the Bundesliga giants.
Christopher Nkunku has extended his contract with RB Leipzig through 2026 after receiving significant interest from Manchester United and Chelsea.
The attacker from France saw his status surge last season after scoring 35 goals and dishing up 19 assists in 50 games.
The 24-year-old has been linked to teams all around Europe, most notably in the Premier League, but he has pledged his long-term loyalty to the Bundesliga’s powerhouses.
Why has Nkunku signed a new contract at RB Leipzig?
Explaining his decision to the club’s official website, Nkunku said: “I’m pleased to continue wearing the RB Leipzig shirt.
“After our great achievement in winning the DFB-Pokal, it remained clear that my story here isn’t over yet – we want more!
“I was really impressed with the club’s efforts to keep me, so a big thanks goes to those responsible for the trust in me and especially to [Leipzig CEO] Oliver Mintzlaff, with who I was always in close contact.
“RB Leipzig have made a name for themselves on the international stage in recent years and have shown time and again that we can compete for titles. We want to build on that going forward and go one step further.”
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— RB Leipzig English 🏆 (@RBLeipzig_EN) June 23, 2022
Does Nkunku’s new contract include a release clause?
Nkunku’s previous deal with Leipzig was due to expire in 2024, but those terms have now been extended.
Reports in Germany suggest however an asking price for him has already been put in place.
It is suggested his new deal at Leipzig includes a €65 million (£56m/$68m) release clause that can be triggered during the summer transfer window of 2023.
