With a week left in the transfer window, Manchester United are still without reinforcements. In addition, a handful of dissatisfied, redundant players are on their way out. Alejandro Garnacho was heavily linked to Napoli, then his agent was spotted at Stamford Bridge and rumours swirled. Chelsea next? Now, a new factor has emerged that makes it all doable.

ESPN and Germany’s Sky Sports report Manchester United and Chelsea are open to a sensational swap. Garnacho travels to London, a disgruntled Chelsea player in Christopher Nkunku travels to Manchester.

Manchester United must and will strengthen him in the striker position, but do not have the room for manoeuvre for the big signing in January, so Nkunku is being considered as a solution.