There’s no shortage of links for Chelsea fans to be excited about this summer, and one that has been mentioned repeatedly in recent weeks appears to be progressing as the Blues make club-to-club contact.
Chelsea have taken the next step to bring a new attacker to Stamford Bridge.
Despite the numerous attacking additions made to the squad this summer, Chelsea aren’t done in the forward market.
While Xavi Simons has been Chelsea’s priority, one other player has been consistently popping up as a potential incoming, and now there is progression in negotiations.
Chelsea open talks with Manchester United for Alejandro Garnacho
The Alejandro Garnacho transfer story picked up momentum in the past week, with it emerging that Chelsea carried out extensive background checks on Garnacho.
Garnacho’s entourage have been talking with Chelsea about a potential move, with the player’s desire to join made clear despite interest from other clubs.
But now the deal has taken a step forward with Ben Jacobs revealing on X that club-to-club discussions have begun.
United’s asking price is higher than Chelsea are willing to pay for the 21-year-old, especially given the souring of the relationship between player and manager. They will look to bring the fee down closer to £30 million and other business at Old Trafford could play a role.
Chelsea will look for cut price if Manchester United sign Benjamin Sesko
United don’t want to sell Garnacho before signing a replacement, and progress is being made towards that goal.
Talks are ongoing with RB Leipzig for the Hungarian striker and Chelsea will be keeping a close eye on the situation as it develops.
Garnacho was always going to be a signing for late in the window, but as every team begins to count down to deadline day, now appears to be the time for Chelsea to make their move.
The Argentine would be an interesting addition, not a clear starter, but a definite contender for minutes in Enzo Maresca’s side. His age makes this a deal with huge upside, and he has shown flashes of being a world-class player at United. Hopefully those flashes can become a regularity at the Bridge.
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