Manchester United winger Alejandro Garnacho is reportedly on the verge of joining Chelsea in a deal worth £40 million, with the package including a 10 per cent sell-on clause.
According to a report by The Athletic, Alejandro Garnacho has been the subject of interest from Chelsea. The Blues are keen on reinforcing their offensive unit by signing another wide attacker before the summer transfer window shuts down. So, the 21-year-old Manchester United winger emerged as a target for the West London club.
The 2024/25 UEFA Europa Conference League and FIFA Club World Cup winners have struck an agreement with their fellow Premier League club for a deal worth £40 million. The package also includes a 10 per cent sell-on clause for Manchester United. Meanwhile, the Madrid-born winger will undergo his medical tests on Friday before signing a seven-year contract with Chelsea.
Alejandro Garnacho and his Manchester United rebellion
Alejandro Garnacho reached a crossroads for the first time in his career after his run-in with Ruben Amorim. While the 21-year-old has shown exciting potential since breaking into the first-team squad at Manchester United, he had no future at Old Trafford after his uncalled-for comments following last season’s UEFA Europa League final.
The Argentine international has made nearly 150 appearances for Manchester United while chipping in with 26 goals and 22 assists. However, with Garnacho having no future at Old Trafford, the situation piqued the attention of several clubs. While many bigwigs were keen on signing the young winger, Chelsea will be his next destination.
London calling
Chelsea’s interest in Alejandro Garnacho has been understandable. While the Blues have been notorious for unnecessarily hoarding talent, they need a left-sided attacker, with Jamie Gittens the only natural option for the flank. With Pedro Neto and Estevao Willian vying for a spot on the right wing, Chelsea can do with a player like Garnacho.
Initial talks with Manchester United did not progress well, but Chelsea secured a “broad agreement” with the Red Devils earlier this week. The 2024/25 UEFA Europa Conference League and FIFA Club World Cup winners are now on the verge of signing the Madrid-born winger for a deal worth £40 million. The package also includes a 10 per cent sell-on clause for Manchester United.
Meanwhile, the 21-year-old Argentine international will undergo his medical tests on Friday before signing a seven-year contract with Chelsea. While Manchester United may feel they should have recouped more money from Garnacho’s sale, they will be satisfied after sealing their first permanent exit of the summer transfer window.