Chelsea have made inquiries about the availability of Manchester United winger Alejandro Garnacho this month, it has been reported David Ornstein of Athletic.
Chelsea offered Jadon Sancho an exit from Old Trafford last summer, agreeing a deal with United to sign the 24-year-old on an initial loan with an obligation to make the move permanent.
Garnacho appeared to be out of favor with manager Ruben Amorim but has started in Man United’s recent wins against Arsenal and Southampton.
However, Athletic report that Chelsea have now held initial talks about the 20-year-old as they consider making a move this month.
Garnacho, a product of United’s youth system, has scored 23 goals in 116 appearances since his debut in 2022.
His sale would represent pure profit for the club. Despite this, United manager Amorim has expressed his intention to keep Garnacho and has recently praised his adaptation to the team’s style.
However, given United’s difficult financial situation, almost all players are for sale.
Man United are open to offers for the 20-year-old but recently rejected a £40m bid from Napoli.
The Italian club are keen to sign Garnacho as a replacement for Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, who is set to join Paris Saint-Germain.
Garnacho has been impressive for Man United this season, with eight goals and five assists.
According to Ornstein, talks about the 20-year-old Argentina international remain at an early stage.
Man United would take a big risk if you sell Garnacho
The 20-year-old is a talented player and has shown that in his time at Old Trafford.
He was one of their best players last season and helped the club win the FA Cup final against Manchester City last season by scoring a goal.
Man United may live to regret this decision if they end up selling Garnacho to Chelsea. Not only would he make one of his rivals stronger, but Garnacho has the potential to become one of the best players in the world in the future in his position.
Chelsea are once again pushing to sign the Premier League star this month
