Chelsea’s Moves for Garnacho and Simons Stalled by Financial and Player Exit Hurdles

 Chelsea’s ambitious pursuit of Manchester United’s Alejandro Garnacho and Paris Saint-Germain’s Xavi Simons has hit roadblocks, with transfer talks stalling as the August 31, 2025, deadline approaches. Reports indicate that financial constraints and the need to offload players are delaying the deals, leaving fans and analysts speculating on the club’s next steps.

Posts found on X suggest Chelsea’s strategy hinges on selling players like Nicolas Jackson and Christopher Nkunku to balance their books and comply with UEFA regulations, a condition tied to registering new signings. The club’s interest in Garnacho, a 20-year-old Argentine winger, is seen as near-certain, with personal terms reportedly agreed. 
However, Manchester United’s demand for a fee around £60 million, coupled with their need to raise funds, has slowed progress. Simons’ transfer, valued at €70 million, is further complicated by PSG’s reluctance and Chelsea’s ongoing negotiations.

Manager Enzo Maresca is eager to bolster his attack, but the club’s recent £50 million signing of Mohammed Kudus adds pressure to offload surplus talent. With conflicting reports on player exits—some naming Nkunku and Jackson as likely departures—Chelsea faces a tight window to finalize these high-profile moves. Trending sentiment on X highlights frustration among fans, though the situation remains inconclusive until official announcements.