Chelsea and Manchester United could end up doing more business with each other if the latter’s transfer plans next year go up in flames.
Manchester United allowed Jadon Sancho to join Chelsea on loan at the end of the last transfer window, with his move set to become a permanent one if the Blues finish 14th or higher.
It is the winger’s second loan this year after his temporary spell with Borussia Dortmund last season.
It has been claimed that United did not want pundits praising Sancho during his Dortmund loan because it reflected badly on the club.
Manchester United could turn to Ben Chilwell if they cannot sign Alphonso Davies
With Luke Shaw unable to stay fit, United are looking for a new left-back. The 29-year-old is yet to play a game this season because of injury.
According to CaughtOffside, that search has taken the Red Devils to Bayern Munich’s Alphonso Davies.
However, if United cannot land the 23-year-old, the same outlet claims that they could turn to Ben Chilwell as an alternative.
Earlier this month, it was reported that United were confident about reviving Chilwell’s career at Old Trafford.
Ben Chilwell more likely than Alphonso Davies for Manchester United
Davies’ contract is up at the end of the season, so he certainly seems gettable. The problem for United is that the Canada international has been heavily linked to Real Madrid, while they are not in the best state right now.
The Red Devils are 14th in the Premier League table, have just sacked Erik ten Hag and are not in the Champions League.
Ultimately, Chilwell is a way more realistic target for them. He is not even playing for Chelsea at present after Enzo Maresca tried to give him the boot in the summer.
The Blues will not get back the £50m they paid for the former Leicester City man, but getting his wages off their books will be seen as a win.
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