Manchester United have asked to be kept informed of developments regarding Christopher Nkunku's future, a source has told ESPN.

According to Sky Germany, Manchester United and Chelsea are considering a swap deal involving Christopher Nkunku (27) and Alejandro Garnacho (20) before the close of the January transfer window.

United, however, are unlikely to meet Chelsea’s valuation of the player. THE BIGGER PICTUREMeanwhile, it has been reported that Bayern Munich could be open to negotiating a deal if Chelsea would take forward Mathys Tel as part of a separate arrangement.