Enzo Maresca said on Friday managing Chelsea during the January transfer window has been a "disaster", with players unsettled because of speculation linking them with moves away from the London club.A number of players have been linked with moves away from Stamford Bridge.

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca says January has been "a disaster" because of ongoing speculation around his players. He believes the transfer window, a notorious time of year for rumours and hearsay, has affected the focus of some of his players and negatively impacted their results.

Enzo Maresca today described being in charge of Chelsea during the January transfer window as a “disaster” because of the unsettling effect it is having on his squad. Chelsea have picked up just three points from their last five Premier League games but it is not the disappointing form which is providing him with the most concern.

Rúben Amorim’s decision to leave Alejandro Garnacho out of last month’s Manchester derby has fueled speculation about the winger’s future at Manchester United.According to the Daily Mail,

Chelsea have an enquiried with Manchester United over a potential transfer deal to sign Alejandro Garnacho, according to reports. United are not actively looking to sell Garnacho but the Premier League’s profit and sustainability rules could force the club to listen to offers for some of their academy talents.