DONE DEAL: Chelsea set to announce first signing of Graham Potter era

According to reports, Chelsea are set to complete first January transfer after reaching agreement with RB Leipzig over transfer for Christopher Nkunku.

The 24-year-old has been linked with a move to Stamford Bridge over the summer but a deal failed to materialize.

And now, according to transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano, the Frenchman is set to become a Chelsea player with the deal, signed and sealed – now confirmed. All documents and contracts are also signed, it’s 100% closed.

Christopher Nkunku deal, signed and sealed — here we go now confirmed. All documents and contracts are also signed, it’s 100% closed. 🔵🤝🏻 #CFC

French striker can be considered new Chelses player, starting from July 2023. It’s all signed/sealed with RB Leipzig and player side. pic.twitter.com/u0gOytyM4U

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) December 17, 2022

The France international has netted 17 goals and provided four assists in 23 matches across all competitions so far this term, but missed out on the World Cup after suffering a torn knee ligament just before the tournament kicked off.