Chelsea have inquired about the availability of Manchester United winger Alejandro Garnacho this month, according to David Orstein from The Athletic.
Chelsea provided Jadon Sancho with a way out of Old Trafford last summer, striking a deal with United to sign the 24-year-old on an initial loan deal with the obligation to make the transfer permanent.
Garnacho seemed to fall out of favor under Ruben Amorim, but he started in Man United’s recent wins over Arsenal and Southampton.
However, The Athletic reports that Chelsea have now held initial discussions regarding the 20-year-old as they consider making a decision this month.
Garnacho, a product of United’s youth system, has scored 23 goals in 116 appearances since his 2022 debut.
Its sale would represent a pure profit for the club. Despite this, United head coach Amorim has expressed his intention to retain Garnacho and recently praised his adaptation to the team’s style.
However, given United’s dire financial situation, almost every player would be up for sale.
Man United are open to offers for the 20-year-old but recently turned down a £40m offer from Napoli.
The Italian club are eager to sign Garnacho as a replacement for Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, who is expected to join Paris Saint-Germain.
Garnacho has been impressive for Man United this season, having scored eight goals and provided five assists.
According to Ornstein, conversations regarding the 20-year-old Argentina international are still in their early stages.
Man United would take a huge risk if they sold Garnacho
The 20-year-old is a talented player and he showed that during 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 regret this decision if they end up selling Garnacho to Chelsea. Not only would this make one of their rivals stronger, but Garnacho has the potential to become one of the best players in the world at his position in the future.
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