Chelsea and Manchester United could well animate this summer transfer window with a surprising exchange. According to the TelegraphChristopher Nkunku and Alejandro Garnacho, both in search of new horizons, could thus be at the heart of an operation between the two clubs. Even if a direct exchange still seems distant, this idea circulates behind the scenes and could resolve the needs of the two teams.
On the Manchester United side, Garnacho is no longer part of Ruben Amorim's plans. Under pressure at the club after criticizing Ruben Amorim the same evening of defeat in the Europa League final, Alejandro Garnacho is now more than ever on departure. The young Argentinian himself fueled the rumors by publishing a photo of him wearing a jersey of Aston Villa flocked in the name of Rashford. According to the English press, Aston Villa is interested in him, but Chelsea remains a very attractive option, especially since they seek to strengthen their left wing this summer.
To an exchange or a transfer?
Chelsea, precisely, is looking for reinforcements for its left flank. Garnacho is thus in the viewfinder, but not alone: Jamie Bynoe-Gittens from Borussia Dortmund and Malik Fofana of OL are also one of the targets. Dortmund remains firm on Gittens despite a first refused offer, and discussions should intensify, especially during the Club World Cup in the United States. In addition, the uncertainties around Mykhailo Mudryk, under a doping investigation, could push Chelsea to recruit more than one winger this summer.
As for Christopher Nkunku, his arrival in Chelsea last summer, has not yet given the expected results. Touched by several injuries and faced with strong offensive competition, he struggles to win under the direction of Enzo Maresca. His profile always appeals to Manchester United, where the recruitment director, Christopher Vivell, knows him well for having followed him in Leipzig. An exchange between the two players therefore remains possible, but unlikely, while separate transfers in opposite directions could still meet the needs of the two teams. Following.
