Manchester United have opened talks with Chelsea forward Nicolas Jackson’s agent, Ali Barat, as the Red Devils consider making an offer for the Blues’ attacker. Manchester United wish to strengthen their attack but must first make room in the team. This is a transfer deal that could conceivably include the sale of Alejandro Garnacho, who has long been on Stamford Bridge’s wishlist.
Jackson’s future in London is in jeopardy after the signings of João Pedro and Liam Delap, who are likely to compete for the first-striker position under Enzo Maresca. Chelsea are reported to be willing to sell the 23-year-old for a good price, having signed him from Villarreal in the previous summer for £32 million. United’s interest is reportedly genuine, but Premier League financial realities may mean the club will have to sell a prized asset to facilitate the transfer.
Chelsea Have Monitored Manchester United’s Alejandro Garnacho
Chelsea’s pursuit of Garnacho is not a new development. The Blues have been tracking the winger for months and believe that he can be a long-term solution on the wings. Garnacho, contracted at Old Trafford until 2028, has emerged as one of the club’s young jewels. However, internal pressure to improve the balance sheet has led to serious consideration of offers between £60 and £70 million, allegedly.
A direct exchange between Jackson and Garnacho has been rumored but is not on the table due to value mismatches and positional concerns. Pundits argue that the move would be one-sided, with Garnacho’s greater market value and longer-term upside overshadowing the inconsistency of Jackson’s performances in the Premier League.
The situation is uncertain, with Manchester United navigating a tightrope between improving their team and adhering to financial regulations. Chelsea, in their interest, might have a chance to pounce if Garnacho’s situation at Old Trafford worsens. He has already been told he can leave by head coach Ruben Amorim, opening the door for the Blues to make a move.
