Garnacho-Nkunku swap deal gains momentum as transfer window heats up

A sensational swap deal involving Manchester United’s Alejandro Garnacho and Chelsea’s Christopher Nkunku could be on the horizon as the January transfer window nears its close.

Manchester United and Chelsea are reportedly in discussions regarding the potential swap, with both clubs looking to resolve squad imbalances and navigate financial pressures. Garnacho, the 20-year-old Argentine winger, has attracted interest from Napoli and Chelsea, while French forward Nkunku is said to be open to departing Stamford Bridge this month.

According to ESPN, Garnacho’s preference would be to move to Chelsea if he is forced to leave Old Trafford. United manager Ruben Amorim, however, refused to rule out the possibility of the player staying:
“I don’t know what will happen. Let’s focus on the team and the players that we have here. Anything can happen until the window closes,” Amorim said after United’s recent game.

Meanwhile, Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has also hinted at potential departures, including Nkunku, who has struggled for consistent game time. “They are top players,” Maresca said when discussing Nkunku and Joao Felix. “Most of the time, we only play with one attacking midfielder. I am not saying they will leave, but anything is possible.”