Alejandro Garnacho has rejected an offer to leave Manchester United this summer as he holds out for a move to Chelsea, according to reports.
Garnacho has long been destined to leave Manchester United after a falling out with Ruben Amorim at the end of last season.
And despite an abundance of quality in the wide attacking areas, Chelsea are keen to welcome Garnacho to Stamford Bridge this summer.
Garnacho is said to have already agreed personal terms with Chelsea, although the Blues still have to match United’s valuation before a sale is sanctioned.
The Red Devils want to raise around £50m from his sale but Chelsea value the player at around £30m.
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As Garnacho waits for Chelsea to stump up the necessary cash, other clubs have tried to steal a march and agree a deal for the 21-year-old.
Widespread reports indicate that Bayern Munich are one such team who were keen to explore the possibility of a deal for Garnacho in the final weeks of the window.
However, Garnacho is said to have informed the German giants that he only has eyes on a move to Stamford Bridge.
Chelsea are likely to have to raise funds through departures before they can make serious progress on a deal for Garnacho.
Christopher Nkunku is one who looks likely to leave Chelsea this summer, although the Blues will only let the Frenchman go on a permannent deal.
Bayern have already seen a loan offer rejected by Chelsea for the forward, but could still return with an offer to sign Nkunku permanently.
Elsewhere, Nicolas Jackson could depart after the signings of Joao Pedro and Liam Delap, with Aston Villa and Newcastle reportedly sizing up the possibility of a move for the Senegalese striker.
Even if they complete a deal for Garnacho, Chelsea’s transfer incomings may yet continue, with the club also interested in RB Leipzig midfielder Xavi Simmons.
Simons, too, has already approved the move but Chelsea are yet to meet RB Leipzig’s valuation for the Netherlands international.
Chelsea began their 2025-26 Premier League campaign in underwhelming fashion, sharing a goalless draw with Crystal Palace at Stamford Bridge.
Enzo Maresca’s side will look to get back to winning ways as they face the struggling West Ham in a London derby on Friday night.
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