Things are tense at Manchester United these days, and it’s not just because of another underwhelming season.
Young winger Alejandro Garnacho has found himself at the center of a growing storm after clashing with manager Ruben Amorim—and now his future at Old Trafford is hanging by a thread.
A Brutal Warning From the Boss
The fallout began after United’s crushing 1-0 Europa League final loss to Tottenham.
Garnacho, who only played the final 20 minutes, didn’t hold back his emotions.
He reportedly slammed the decision to bench him and described the club’s season as “s***”—a rare public show of frustration that raised eyebrows.
It only got more intense when Amorim, in front of the squad, reportedly told Garnacho to “pray” he finds a new club this summer. Not exactly a pep talk.
His Brother Adds Fuel to the Fire
Making matters worse, Garnacho’s brother—who also happens to be his agent—shared a now-viral Instagram post that didn’t mince words.
He accused Amorim of “throwing Garnacho under the bus,” escalating what was already a full-blown rift into something almost impossible to walk back.
Amid Drama, Amad Diallo Steps In
Still, not everyone in the United camp is fanning the flames.
Teammate Amad Diallo has publicly urged Garnacho to stay at the club, brushing off the drama as not being a major issue for the team.
“Garna’s a really good player,” Diallo said. “We need good players in the team.
I know him well, and I hope he’s still here next season. It’s not really a big issue for the team—everything’s good now.”
A Bumpy Post-Season Tour in Asia
Despite all the noise, Garnacho suited up for United’s friendly against the ASEAN All-Stars in Kuala Lumpur—only to suffer through an embarrassing 1-0 defeat that infuriated fans at the 84,000-capacity Bukit Jalil Stadium.
The performance didn’t do much to lift spirits. Amorim owned up to the poor display, saying he felt “guilty” and admitting the squad lacked the hunger to compete even in training.
Garnacho’s Future Hangs in the Balance
Whether Garnacho will still be wearing red next season is anyone’s guess.
He was left out of United’s final Premier League matchday squad against Aston Villa, and even his girlfriend hinted at a goodbye.
Just before kickoff, she posted a baby-sized United jersey on Instagram with the words “last match,” a crying emoji, and a heart.
From a business standpoint, selling Garnacho would be pure profit under Financial Fair Play rules, since he’s an academy product.
But emotionally, letting him go could sting—especially with his potential still untapped.
United’s Mood Sours With Fan Fallout
The club’s offseason tour is already off to a rocky start.
The fan reaction in Malaysia was brutal after the team’s poor showing, and unfortunately, Amad Diallo found himself personally targeted.
A photo began circulating online showing Diallo flipping off fans—something that quickly sparked backlash.
Some thought it was tied to how people pronounce his name, but sources later revealed the gesture was a reaction to serious personal abuse he had received.
Amorim Reflects on the Season’s Disappointments
Speaking after the match, Amorim was candid about his role in the team’s struggles.
“I always feel guilty,” he admitted. “Maybe the boos from the fans are something we need.
We were slow, and we don’t have it in us to win every exercise in training. That’s the truth.”
He added that the squad often “chokes” under pressure and lacks the fight needed to win consistently.
“We should perform better,” he concluded, sounding very much like a man ready to make changes.