Chelsea are demanding the full £40m for Chukwuemeka but will listen to loan offers if their lofty fee isn't met. Celtic, likely one win away from the knockouts in the Champions League, would offer the former Aston Villa kid game time and exposure. Chukwuemeka can play both on the wing and as an attacking midfielder.

Celtic are reportedly leading the race to sign Carney Chukwuemeka from Chelsea on loan in January. The 21-year-old midfielder, bought for £20 million from Aston Villa in 2022, has struggled for game time at Chelsea. Although Milan is interested in a loan with an option to buy, Chelsea is hesitant about a permanent move.

Celtic are considering a loan move for Chelsea's Carney Chukwuemeka, who has struggled for game time since his £20m transfer from Aston Villa in 2022. With 31 appearances off the bench and not fitting into Enzo Maresca's plans, a loan with a summer purchase option is possible. The deal hinges on Chelsea covering part of his £5.2m annual salary. Chukwuemeka, an England U21 international eligible for Nigeria, can play as a no.6, no.8, or on the flanks.

Carney Chukwuemeka could make a move to Scottish Premiership side Celtic on loan in January and also looks likely to make a permanent exit away from Stamford Bridge in the summer. Source: Football Insider.