“I won’t be surprised if he leaves in the January transfer window because he’s definitely not a fit for Ruben Amorim’s system. He lacked the presence that he normally has whenever he plays for Man United. He’s an incredible player but he needs to adapt to the new system quickly” – This is according to Rio Ferdinand as he declares that Manchester United’s ‘incredible’ star struggles to fit into Ruben Amorim’s tactical system. While the player has proven his ability in the past, adapting to Amorim’s system will likely require a shift in focus and adjustment to his game. This situation underscores the challenges of aligning individual talent with a manager’s vision and highlights the evolving dynamics within United’s squad under Amorim’s leadership.

Ruben Amorim will have opportunities in upcoming transfer windows to shape his Manchester United squad to his liking. However, for now, he must make the most of the resources at his disposal. Robbie Savage has suggested that Amorim should reconsider deploying Alejandro Garnacho as a creative ‘number ten,’ as it may not suit the player’s strengths.

Under former manager Erik ten Hag, Garnacho excelled on the wing in a 4-2-3-1 setup, leveraging his pace and tenacity to beat defenders, create opportunities, and draw fouls. However, Amorim’s preference for a 3-4-3 system, which demands more creativity from central attackers, seems less suited to Garnacho’s skill set.

Savage: Garnacho Better Suited to Wing-Back Role

Savage believes Garnacho’s talents may be better utilized in a wing-back position. While Garnacho has shown an ability to create chances, teammates like Amad Diallo and Bruno Fernandes are more naturally inclined to provide the creativity Amorim’s system demands. Garnacho’s current stats also highlight areas for improvement in adapting to a more central role:

Savage argued that Garnacho’s energy and tenacity make him a strong candidate for a wing-back role, freeing up central positions for players like Fernandes, Marcus Rashford, Amad Diallo, and Mason Mount.

Currently, Noussair Mazraoui and Diogo Dalot occupy the wing-back roles, but Garnacho’s adaptation to a wide midfield or wing-back position could add attacking dynamism to United’s setup. Amorim could then focus on creating a more aggressive and fluid offensive system, addressing United’s recent struggles to score consistently.

If Garnacho adjusts successfully, he could play a vital role in Amorim’s plans, providing defensive coverage while adding a creative spark from the flanks.