Inter Milan is not willing to pay the asking price of over €50 million for Lookman. As a result, they are considering other options, including signing Nkunku. Nkunku is still a player on Inter Milan's shortlist, despite the transfer stalemate.

Nkunku had a disappointing season at Chelsea under coach Enzo Maresca. He failed to establish himself as a regular player and is expected to leave the club this summer.