Manchester United and Chelsea are reportedly exploring a potential double move that could see Alejandro Garnacho head to Stamford Bridge while Christopher Nkunku makes the switch to Old Trafford, according to multiple sources.
Both players have faced challenging periods recently. Nkunku has struggled to secure a regular starting role at Chelsea, featuring sparingly outside the Conference League—and was left unused in the final of the competition. Garnacho, meanwhile, appeared disillusioned after playing just 19 minutes in United’s continental final against Tottenham, and has since raised eyebrows by sharing a photo of himself in an Aston Villa kit.
The Telegraph reports that United and Chelsea are open to parting ways with the two forwards and may look to orchestrate parallel transfers that would benefit both clubs. While not officially a swap deal—as emphasized by both The Telegraph and The Athletic—the idea is that the moves would be coordinated to suit the interests of all parties.
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Manchester United are said to be keen on Nkunku, with reports from France indicating that contact has already been initiated. Chelsea’s interest in Garnacho is longstanding, having tracked the Argentine since the January window. His representatives were even spotted at Stamford Bridge earlier this year during a flurry of transfer activity, though no agreement was reached at the time.
Sources suggest Garnacho may be edging closer to the exit at United, particularly with head coach Ruben Amorim reportedly unconvinced by the youngster. If he does leave, a move within the Premier League appears to be his preferred option.
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has publicly backed Nkunku, recently stating: “Christo is our player. He’s been doing very well over the past few days and could get some chances.”
However, whether that support holds if Garnacho becomes available remains to be seen, as both clubs weigh bold changes to reshape their attacking options.
