With summer transfer season heating up and Manchester United preparing for another major shake-up, one name is already flashing in the headlines—Alejandro Garnacho.
And if reports are anything to go by, the 20-year-old winger may be the first high-profile departure out of Old Trafford.
Despite showing promise in previous campaigns, Garnacho’s relationship with the club appears to have hit breaking point.
And now, United have apparently slapped a £70 million price tag on him, making it clear they’re ready to cash in.
Fallout After the Europa League Final
The writing on the wall became clear when Garnacho was benched for the Europa League final against Tottenham last month—a match United went on to lose.
The omission didn’t sit well with the Argentine.
Not long after, he publicly vented his frustration, calling United’s season “s***,” while his agent brother doubled down, accusing manager Ruben Amorim of throwing the young winger “under the bus.”
Amorim reportedly didn’t take those comments lightly.
In fact, according to Mail Sport, he wasted no time responding—telling Garnacho directly, and in front of the whole squad at Carrington, that he should start looking for a new club.
Five Clubs Keeping a Close Eye on Garnacho
Still, Garnacho’s potential hasn’t gone unnoticed. Several clubs across Europe are watching closely, with five teams named as potential destinations.
Chelsea and Aston Villa are said to be monitoring him from the Premier League, while Napoli, Atletico Madrid, and Bayer Leverkusen are interested from abroad.
If he heads to Leverkusen, Garnacho could even link up again with former United boss Erik ten Hag, who is now managing the German side.
Garnacho Seen as a Key Asset to Sell
For United, Garnacho represents one of the few young players who could generate a significant fee.
He still has three years left on his contract and remains highly marketable.
That, combined with Amorim’s push for a squad overhaul, makes his exit feel more like a when than an if.
Alongside Garnacho, the likes of Marcus Rashford, Antony, and Jadon Sancho are all also reportedly on the chopping block.
Amorim clearly wants to refresh the squad, and it won’t come cheap.
Amorim Already Moving Ahead with Rebuild
United aren’t wasting time. They’ve already made their first big signing of the window, securing Matheus Cunha for £62.5 million.
But they’re not stopping there. Brentford’s Bryan Mbeumo and Sporting’s Viktor Gyokeres are both on United’s radar.
The catch? Both targets are expected to cost north of £60 million.
That means United need to raise serious funds through player sales, and Garnacho’s exit could be key to unlocking their transfer ambitions.
What Happens Next?
With multiple clubs circling and tensions at Old Trafford high, Garnacho’s next move is shaping up to be one of the biggest stories of United’s summer.
Whether he stays in England or takes his talent to the continent, one thing feels certain—his days in red seem numbered.
And if United are truly serious about rebuilding under Amorim, Garnacho might just be the first domino to fall in a much wider squad transformation.