Nkunku has been linked with a move to Manchester United and there is talk of a swap deal involving Alejandro Garnacho, who is believed to be keen to join Chelsea. Maresca was asked about Nkunku after his side beat Esperance and he could not give any assurances that the Frenchman would still be a Chelsea player when the window closes.

Christopher Nkunku has not set the world alight at Chelsea and has not played in more than two months due to injury.

Manchester United have opened initial talks to sign Chelsea attacker Christopher Nkunku, according to L’Équipe.The Red Devils are looking to improve their squad after finishing 15th in the Premier