Chelsea emerge as leading contenders in race to land Alejandro Garnacho

Chelsea Leading the Chase for Garnacho Amid Tensions at United

Chelsea appear to be in pole position to sign Alejandro Garnacho from Manchester United during the summer transfer window, as the young Argentine’s future at Old Trafford grows increasingly uncertain under new boss Ruben Amorim.

 

Garnacho, once viewed as a vital piece of United’s long-term puzzle, has reportedly fallen out of favour during pre-season, with friction behind the scenes pushing the club to consider a sale. Chelsea, sensing an opportunity, are ready to act.

 

Champions League Edge Gives Chelsea the Upper Hand

 

The Blues have been monitoring Garnacho closely and have completed in-depth assessments of the 21-year-old, who is said to favour staying in England and playing Champions League football — both of which Chelsea can offer.

 

Although interest from Atletico Madrid, Bayern Munich, Napoli, and Fenerbahce has surfaced, Chelsea’s persistence and European status keep them ahead. Tottenham are also keeping an eye on things but haven’t matched Chelsea’s intensity in negotiations.

 

United Slash Price Amid Growing Exit Talk

 

Once valued at €80 million, United are reportedly willing to entertain offers between €50–60 million. With Garnacho growing increasingly unsettled and lacking game time under Amorim, the club is keen to avoid a drop in market value.

 

Despite the unrest, Garnacho’s stats remain impressive — 11 goals and 10 assists last season show just how impactful he can be. Though United are considering a striker swap with Aston Villa’s Ollie Watkins, Garnacho is believed to favour a move to Stamford Bridge.

 

Garnacho Could Be a Game-Changer for Chelsea

 

New manager Enzo Maresca is eager to refresh his attack, with Garnacho offering a fearless, dynamic presence down the flanks. With Sterling and Mudryk potentially sidelined from future plans, the Argentine could play a crucial role in Chelsea’s evolution.

 

Even Amorim, despite not counting on him, has acknowledged Garnacho’s talent — a sign of how valuable a signing he could become for Chelsea.

 

As things stand, Garnacho prefers a move to Chelsea. Now, it’s down to the club to finalise the deal and add one of the Premier League’s most promising wingers to their Champions League campaign.