Chelsea Makes Late Move to Sign Garnacho from Manchester United Before Window Closes
In a surprise development, Chelsea have reportedly entered the race to sign Manchester United’s rising star Alejandro Garnacho ahead of the January transfer deadline.
The talented Argentine winger, already on the radar of several top European clubs, is now drawing serious attention from the Blues as they look to strengthen their attacking line.
This pursuit also comes amid rumors of Chelsea’s interest in another United academy product, midfielder Kobbie Mainoo.
United’s openness to potential deals stems from financial pressures.
After spending over £600 million under former manager Erik ten Hag, the club now faces the need to comply with the Premier League’s Profit and Sustainability Rules.
This situation has forced United to consider offers for nearly all first-team players to balance the books.
For current manager Rúben Amorim, that means making difficult choices—especially with academy graduates like Garnacho and Mainoo.
These players represent pure profit in accounting terms, and while star names like Marcus Rashford are expected to generate major revenue, growing external interest in homegrown players has only intensified speculation.
According to *Mail Sport*, United have placed a £70 million valuation on Garnacho, reflecting his potential and the current market landscape.
So far, no club has matched that price, though Napoli have shown strong interest.
Their manager, Antonio Conte, sees Garnacho as a possible replacement for Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, who is closing in on a £59 million move to PSG. However, Napoli have yet to return with a second offer after their initial bid was rejected.
Now, French outlet L’Équipe reports that Chelsea have entered the fray. With a busy final stretch of the transfer window expected at Stamford Bridge, the Blues are preparing for potential exits—including Axel Disasi and Christopher Nkunku—which would make room for new signings.
Under new manager Enzo Maresca, Chelsea are aiming for a major attacking revamp.
Talks are said to be progressing not only for Garnacho but also for Borussia Dortmund’s Karim Adeyemi, signaling a plan to build a fresh, dynamic forward line.
While Garnacho has reportedly been open to the idea of a move to Napoli, it remains to be seen whether he would consider a switch to Chelsea if their interest escalates.
With just days remaining in the transfer window, Garnacho’s future is one of the hottest stories to watch—set against the backdrop of financial strategy, club rebuilds, and fierce competition from Europe’s elite.
