Which is why INEOS are open to moving on big-name players including previously considered untouchable academy graduates like Kobbie Mainoo and Alejandro Garnacho as their sales would constitute pure profit.
The Argentine’s future remains up in the air as he does not seem to be a natural fit in Ruben Amorim’s 3-4-3 system with Chelsea and Napoli chasing his signature.
While United’s co-owners are unlikely to strengthen a direct domestic rival, which means the Serie A giants are in pole position and can potentially land the 20-year-old should they match United’s asking price.
Napoli agree Garnacho deal
So far, they have agreed personal terms with the Argentina international but both clubs are far apart in terms of the forward’s valuation.
However, in a shocking update from Area Napoli, United have reportedly agreed to sell Garnacho to Antonio Conte’s side and a medical is scheduled next week.
In fact, Garnacho is expected to feature in Napoli’s game against Juventus next Saturday meaning Sunday’s cameo against Brighton might have been the Carrington graduate’s final appearance in red.
Garnacho has played his last game for United?
“Alejandro Garnacho can now be considered a new Napoli player, he is ready to undergo medical tests. Only the bureaucratic part needs to be completed.
“He could be available for the match against Juventus. If this is not the case, the striker could be called up for the next match of the Campania team (the one against Roma).”
