Chelsea intensify talks to sign Alejandro Garnacho from Manchester United | OneFootball

Manchester United and Chelsea are in talks to resolve the future of Alejandro Garnacho this summer.

Garnacho was one of five United players left out of Ruben Amorim’s first-team plans ahead of pre-season.

Amorim told the Argentine talent to find a new club in front of his teammates after being left unimpressed with his attitude.

Garnacho is prepared to exit Old Trafford, five years after moving to Manchester from Atletico Madrid’s youth setup. However, he is keen to stay in the Premier League, making it difficult for United to offload him.

Chelsea step up efforts to sign Garnacho

Chelsea have been his strongest suitors in England, having followed the 21-year-old since January. Now, the Blues are pushing to get the deal over the line ahead of the new season.

According to The Athletic’s David Ornstein, Chelsea have “stepped up talks” with United over a move for Garnacho.

It is understood that “talks have now advanced” between the two clubs, and the Argentina international “expects” to move to Stamford Bridge.

Chelsea’s increased interest in Garnacho “comes after United agreed a deal in principle with RB Leipzig for the transfer of striker Benjamin Sesko.”

Garnacho’s sale could prove to be a major boost for Man United

The arrival of Sesko will take United’s spending to £214m. As such, the Red Devils are determined to raise funds to balance the books.

The aforementioned report states “a price of £70million has previously been communicated” to Garnacho’s suitors.

Apart from Garnacho, United are also willing to cut ties with Antony and Jadon Sancho.

Sancho, who spent last season on loan at Chelsea, is attracting interest from Juventus. Meanwhile, Benfica are the latest club to join the race for Antony’s signature.

Multiple high-profile outgoings may help United make a serious push for a new elite midfielder.

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