Alejandro Garnacho’s time at Manchester United appears to be nearing an end, with the winger excluded from pre-season training as the club.
The 21-year-old Argentine’s fallout with Amorim has sparked interest from multiple Premier League clubs, signaling a potential new chapter for the talented forward.
The rift began after United’s Europa League final loss to Tottenham in May, where Garnacho was benched and only introduced late. Frustrated, he publicly criticized Amorim’s decision, with his brother also voicing discontent, straining their relationship further.
Tensions escalated when Garnacho posted an Instagram photo during United’s post-season tour in Ibiza, wearing an Aston Villa shirt with Marcus Rashford’s name and number. “That was the final straw,” a source close to the club told the Daily Mail, noting Amorim’s decision to exclude him from future plans.
Garnacho is one of five players, alongside Rashford, Jadon Sancho, Antony, and Tyrell Malacia, instructed to train separately from United’s first team at Carrington, with permission to seek new clubs. “Manchester United have allowed him to look at moves,” transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reported on X, confirming Garnacho’s desire to stay in the Premier League.
Aston Villa, Chelsea, and Tottenham have emerged as frontrunners for his signature, with United reportedly open to a reduced fee from their initial 60 million pounds valuation.
Villa, managed by Unai Emery, view Garnacho as a dynamic addition to replace Rashford, who returned to United after a loan spell. “Villa are understood to have registered their interest in the 21-year-old Argentina winger,” the Daily Mail reported, highlighting their ambition to bolster their attack for the Europa League.
Chelsea, who pursued Garnacho in January, remain keen despite recent signings like Joao Pedro and Liam Delap. “Chelsea retain an active interest in Garnacho,” TBR Football noted, emphasizing his versatility to play across the front line. A potential swap deal involving Chelsea’s Christopher Nkunku was discussed but hasn’t progressed.
Tottenham, meanwhile, see a chance to capitalize on Garnacho’s lowered valuation. “Spurs have been monitoring Garnacho’s deteriorating situation at Old Trafford,” according to the Daily Mail, with the club eyeing a bargain for the winger.
Interest from abroad includes Napoli, who were rebuffed in January, Atletico Madrid, where Garnacho came through as a youth player, and Al-Nassr, who made a lucrative offer he rejected. “He puts sporting development ahead of financial gain,” a source told CaughtOffside, explaining his refusal to join the Saudi club.
Garnacho’s 144 appearances and 26 goals for United, including 11 goals in 58 games last season, showcase his potential. However, his tactical fit in Amorim’s 3-4-3 system has been questioned.
As the transfer window deadline of September 1, approaches, Garnacho’s next move remains a focal point. Villa’s Europa League ambitions, Chelsea’s squad depth, or Tottenham’s opportunistic approach could offer the winger a fresh start in the Premier League he prioritizes.
