A Nkunku-Garnacho quasi-swap swap deal would, for example, generate more than enough short-term PSR leeway for United not to have to increase prices for fans mid-season. If the clubs are tapering their spending and increasing the burden on match-going fans because of cash flow, that is a separate matter. And for United, cash flow is real concern.

Man Utd and Chelsea will meet to discuss two major transfers this week, while Fabrizio Romano has detailed what must occur before Christopher Nkunku can complete a move to Old Trafford

Chelsea forward Christopher Nkunku is not interested in joining Manchester United on a temporary loan deal, according to reports. Nkunku has attracted interest from both Bayern Munich and United this month having struggled to secure a regular role under Enzo Maresca this season.