Manchester United and Chelsea are Considering a Swap Deal Between Alejandro Garnacho and Christopher Nkunku – Reports
Chelsea have reportedly slapped a £70 million asking price on forward Christopher Nkunku amid interest from Manchester United and Bayern Munich. As claimed by Sky Sports News via TBR Football, the Red Devils have been in talks with the Frenchman’s representatives regarding a January move.
Alejandro Garnacho and Christopher Nkunku Swap Deal
The report claims that Bayern Munich is also keen on the 27-year-old’s services. The Bavarian giants could lose Mathys Tel to Chelsea and reportedly view Nkunku as a potential replacement.
The a forementioned report also claims that Manchester United is unlikely to pay a huge fee of £70 million for Nkunku. The forward has been a major disappointment at Stamford Bridge following his £52 million move from RB Leipzig in 2023.
Prior to his move to Chelsea, Nkunku established himself as one of the best players in the Bundesliga with RB Leipzig. He made 172 appearances for the Bundesliga side scoring 70 goals and setting up another 54 and was named Bundesliga Player of the Season in 2021-22.
🚨🔴|🔵 EXCL | Manchester United and Chelsea are considering a swap:
Between Alejandro Garnacho and Christopher Nkunku.
There is no final decision on this yet, but this swap is an idea that has been discussed. #MUFC #CFC @SkySportDE 🇦🇷🇫🇷 pic.twitter.com/LAUxICZLRm
— Florian Plettenberg (@Plettigoal) January 24, 2025
