Update On Chelsea And Their Pursuit Of This Manchester United Winger: What Should Maresca Do? | OneFootball

Speaking on the latest edition of Football Insider’s Inside Track podcast, journalist Pete O’Rourke offered an update on Chelsea and their pursuit of Manchester United winger Alejandro Garnacho. O’Rourke said,

“We fully expect things to get moving between Man United and Chelsea.

“We know Chelsea remain interested in signing the Argentine, they considered a move in the January transfer window before deciding not to go forward with that move.

“Garnacho has no future at Old Trafford, there’s no getting away from it, he’s burnt his bridges with the club.

“Ruben Amorim has all but confirmed that Garnacho will be leaving Old Trafford this summer.

“Both clubs have been in discussions over a potential deal, and it will all come down to the fee.

“Chelsea will be hoping that due to the situation between the player and Ruben Amorim, United will be willing to sell him for a cut-price fee.

“They want to do a deal at around £40million while United are holding out for around £50million, so it’s a game of cat and mouse between United and Chelsea.

“I do expect this deal to go through, United need to offload him because he’s not part of their plans.

“They need that money from any potential sale to try and reinvest in the squad, so all signs point to a move to Stamford Bridge for Alejandro Garnacho.”

Garnacho’s Productive Season In The Premier League

The Argentine talent enjoyed a good run of form at the Mancunian club as he put in a series of impressive performances for them in the final third. Garnacho registered 11 goals and earned ten assists in 58 matches for the Red Devils last season across all competitions.

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – MAY 20: Alejandro Garnacho of Manchester United reacts during a Manchester United training session ahead of the UEFA Europa League Final 2025 between Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United at Carrington Training Ground on May 20, 2025 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Ben Roberts Photo/Getty Images)

The 21-year-old is under contract at Old Trafford until the summer of 2028. Therefore, the Blues would have to increase their offer if they are serious about signing him this off-season.

What Should Chelsea Boss Enzo Maresca Do With Regards To Garnacho?

Garnacho has got the pace to cause a lot of problems for his marker out in the wide areas. He has got the eye to set up a few decent chances for others around him in the opponent’s half and can strike the ball well from long range.

We can expect him to add more quality and depth to Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca’s attack. He is good enough to compete for regular first-team football at Stamford Bridge.

At 21, Garnacho is destined to have a bright future in European football. Therefore, it makes sense for the Blues to go back in with another offer for the Argentina international before the end of this transfer window.