"Manchester United has held talks with Chelsea over the signing of the Blues' 20-year-old central midfielder Karni Chukwuemeka, journalist Jacob Steinberg reports on social media site X.
According to the source, there is a possibility that the English footballer could become part of the deal to transfer Red Devils winger Jadon Sancho to the London club.
Last season, Chukwuemeka took part in 12 matches in all competitions, scoring two goals and one assist.