Soccer-Milan sign French forward Nkunku from Chelsea on five-year deal

Soccer Football - Premier League - Chelsea v Southampton - Stamford Bridge, London, Britain - February 25, 2025 Chelsea's Christopher Nkunku during the warm up before the match REUTERS/David Klein/File Photo

(Reuters) -AC Milan have signed forward Christopher Nkunku on a five-year contract from Chelsea, the Italian side announced on Saturday, opening a fresh chapter for the Frenchman following an underwhelming stint in England.

Financial details were not disclosed but British media reported that the transfer fee for the 27-year-old was around 42 million euros ($49.17 million).