Christopher Nkunku to Man Utd? Ruben Amorim told to sign out-of-favour Chelsea star who brings ‘intelligence and an identity’

Amorim has been tasked with revitalising the Red Devils after he replaced Erik ten Hag as head coach. United have already been linked with a number of players, including Amorim's former Sporting CP stars Geovany Quenda and Viktor Gyokeres.

However, former Chelsea and France star Petit believes that Nkunku would be a sensible target for the Old Trafford club, despite his struggles with Chelsea. The French forward has started just one Premier League match for Chelsea this season and is reported to be considering his future, with United monitoring his situation.

"Ruben Amorim has a clear philosophy and knows exactly what he wants from his players. He has an identity and he wants intelligent players – Christopher Nkunku is one of those," Petit told Casino Hawks. "In terms of how he links up with strikers and wingers, he could have a big impact at Old Trafford if Chelsea decide to sell. Looking at the dressing room at Manchester United, he could make a big difference."

Nkunku, 27, played the full 90 minutes as France beat Italy 3-1 in the Nations League on Sunday and will likely be involved as Chelsea meet Leicester in the Premier League on Saturday.