Alejandro Garnacho has been linked to a Man Utd exit (Image: Getty)
Manchester United could end up pursuing Chelsea outcast Christopher Nkunku if the Blues complete a transfer for Alejandro Garnacho.
The Red Devils winger has been linked with a move away from Old Trafford throughout the January window, with United said to be concerned by Profit and Sustainability Rules.
Any money banked from Garnacho’s sale would go down as 100 per cent profit on the books for United, given the Argentine’s status as an Academy graduate.
have been mooted as a potential suitor and should the capital club secure the 20-year-old’s services, it’s reported by that Nkunku could head in the opposite direction.
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It’s reported that talks between intermediaries have already taken place, with Nkunku believed to be unhappy about his playing time under boss .
As per the report, aren’t looking to sell Nkunku in January but could be tempted into a sale if an offer in the region of £70million heads their way.
It’s a figure that is unlikely to turn United’s head, but with Bayern Munich also credited with interest, they may be in stall for a transfer battle against the Bundesliga giants.
Nkunku has made 18 appearances in the this season, but only three have been in the starting XI.
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Christopher Nkunku has found minutes hard to come by this term (Image: Getty)
Maresca addressed Nkunku’s lack of minutes ahead of this weekend’s titanic battle with , saying: “I can say that they are players, that’s for sure.
“The challenge for Joao [Felix] and Christopher is that we predominantly field just one attacking midfielder in most matches, and the primary choice for that position has fallen on . For this reason, Nkunku and Felix are gradually receiving playing time, but both are fantastic footballers.”
It takes two to tango though, and on the other player involved in the rumoured deal, Amorim was full of praise for the youngster ahead of United’s clash against Fulham.
The Portuguese tactician stated: “I think he is improving in every aspect of the game. He was better today playing inside, also outside and changing positions.
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“He is improving the recovery position, and until 90 minutes, he is always there and helping.
“Sometimes, he shows some frustration because he wants more. I think he has the potential to be so much better in these situations of the game.
“But what I can say is he understood what I am trying to do, and I just want to be clear: I am trying to help them. In the end, it is them who do the job.”
The January transfer window shuts on 3 February.