Overview

• Chelsea opened formal negotiations with Manchester United on August 9 to acquire 21-year-old winger Alejandro Garnacho.
• Garnacho has already agreed personal terms with Chelsea and was excluded from United’s pre-season squad after expressing his desire for different leadership.
• Manchester United set a £50m asking price for the Argentina international after trimming his valuation from an initial £80m in January.
• Chelsea believe they can secure Garnacho for below United’s current valuation under financial fair-play constraints.
• Both clubs aim to finalize the deal before the transfer window closes to bolster Chelsea’s left-wing options.