There’s an expression in France for players who hits a patch of good form is “walking on water”. It’s a casual expression that tells you all you need to know. Even if you didn’t know what it means, hearing it for the first time makes you sit up and listen. And there have been quite a few reports of Christopher Nkunku walking on water.French attacking midfielder, who plays for German club RB Leipzig, is making the headlines at an astonishing rate. On weekends he wreaks havoc in the Bundesliga and in midweeks he tears it up in the Champions League – and he’s already wanted by some of the world’s biggest clubs.19 October, 22.00: (1.40) PSG (5.30) RB Leipzig (8.00)The former Paris Saint-Germain youngster has just missed out on a France call-up for the upcoming UEFA Nations League Play-offs, but Nkunku still has a lot to be pleased about. He scored four goals in his first Champions League games – including a wild hat-trick against Manchester City – albeit in a 6-3 defeat at Etihad Stadium. He also scored four goals in his last four Bundesliga appearances, prompting the Red Bulls’ coach Jesse Marsch to heap praise on his player.”Christopher simply has no weaknesses in his game. He’s young and hungry for more. He’s a joy to work with because he’s an intelligent guy with lots of potential.”The agent of RB Leipzig midfielder Christopher Nkunku, has spoken to Real Madrid, Chelsea and #ManCity about a potential move next summer.[via @Santi_J_FM] pic.twitter.com/2WTBjLsBtW— City Chief (@City_Chief) October 4, 2021 Such impressive performances made Nkunku’s agent Pini Zahavi a busy man indeed. His phone is ringing often with calls coming from places like Madrid, London and Manchester. Real Madrid are the prime favourites to land the talented 23-year-old due to their close ties with Zahavi, one of football’s so-called super agents. The Israeli also represents David Alaba, who signed for Real Madrid earlier this year despite being wanted by just about every wealthy club owner around the world.But Los Blancos are not the only ones looking to add Chris to their ranks. Thomas Tuchel is a fan. It was the German who gave Nkunku the most playing time while the pair was still at Paris Saint-Germain, the starlet’s first club. Having been with the Saints from the age of 13, Nkunku made his PSG debut in 2015 at the age of 18 and went on to make a total of 78 games for the club – in which he’d found the net 11 times.Tuesday, 21.00: (1.50) Bolton (4.10) Liverpool M21 (5.80)Just over two years ago, in July 2019, Nkunku was transferred to RB Leipzig in a deal worth around $15 million and signed a contract until June 2024. His steady performances for the German club made his move an absolute bargain. After all, that is not too much money for a player that’s made a habit out of walking on water.
