Kobbie Mainoo and Alejandro Garnacho of Manchester United (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)
Manchester United winger Alejandro Garnacho is reportedly continuing to attract interest as we edge closer to the end of the January transfer window.
The Argentina international is wanted by both Chelsea and Napoli, with the latter apparently getting “closer” to matching Man Utd’s valuation of the player.
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That’s according to journalist Ben Jacobs, who has posted on X about the Garnacho situation, with Chelsea also considering a bid as it looks like the talented 20-year-old could be available for around €70million.
Still, if Napoli are getting closer to a deal, then Chelsea might need to get a move on if they want to have a chance of signing him…
Napoli continue to push for Alejandro Garnacho in a move driven by Antonio Conte. Two offers placed to date and closer to #MUFC’s valuation now.
Chelsea also considering a bid knowing #MUFC may reluctantly sell at around €70m. Garnacho’s agent was at Stamford Bridge last night.… pic.twitter.com/rkX2KhjLUv
— Ben Jacobs (@JacobsBen) January 21, 2025
Garnacho has mostly looked like an exciting performer for United, but he’s perhaps been a little less convincing this season, so it’s not too surprising to see that he has his price.
Even if the Red Devils aren’t desperate to sell Garnacho, it could end up being decent business if they can offload him for a major profit.
Do Chelsea really need Alejandro Garnacho?
Alejandro Garnacho of Man United in action against Liverpool (Photo by Carl Recine/Getty Images)
It makes sense that Napoli are pursuing Garnacho as they’ve just sold star forward Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and will surely need a replacement.
Still, it’s not exactly clear what Chelsea would get out of signing Garnacho when they…
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