No Matic to United if Chelsea fail to close signing
The Blues expect to secure the signing of Tiemoue Bakayoko to allow Nemanja Matic to leave the club on his way to Old Trafford.
Though the transfer was close to completion, Nemanja Matic will not join Manchester United if the London club do not find a replacement in his position.
The Blues are very close to reaching an agreement for Monaco midfielder Tiemoue Bakayoko, but they will not let the Serbian leave until the deal is closed. Chelsea are fearful of complications that could see them start next season without a quality midfielder.
Jose Mourinho's preferred target will have to wait for a movement that does not depend on the Red Devils, but on Chelsea's plans for the future.
Reports suggest that the Stamford Bridge side will request the same amount they pay for Bakayoko for United to sign Matic.