Alejandro Garnacho is unsettled at Manchester United and now Bayer Leverkusen have entered the race
Summer always brings rumours that ignite the passion of fans. Manchester United are navigating transfers, departures, and uncertainties as they seek to rebuild their identity under new management. Old ghosts and young promises clash daily in a dressing room that demands immediate results.
Among so many players, Alejandro Garnacho has become the unexpected protagonist of a saga that is unsettling more than a few at Old Trafford. He obviously possess the talent, but his current situation raises questions about the club’s ability to retain and develop their gems without leaving them stagnating on the bench every weekend. The Argentine is attracting interest from all corners.
Garnacho has been in the headlines in this transfer window because, according to CaughtOffside, his future is unclear after he expressed his discomfort with Amorim’s management. Leverkusen, with Ten Hag as their new manager, wants to reunite with him and bring him to the Bundesliga on loan with an option to buy.
How critical is it for Manchester United to fend off interest from clubs like Bayer Leverkusen and Aston Villa to secure Garnacho’s long-term future at Old Trafford?
The former United manager believes he can get the best out of a winger who has already scored 11 goals and provided 10 assists in 2024/25. At the same time, Aston Villa promise guaranteed minutes under Emery. This will be something that tempts the Argentine not to lose his competitive edge. Chelsea are also keeping tabs on the situation, although it seems that their attention will be diverted after the signing of Jamie Gittens.
Opinion:
Manchester United have a key decision ahead of them. They cannot repeat past mistakes and let a player like Garnacho slip away just when they need young, quality players with a lot of potential, the most. While a well-chosen loan can polish a player, they cannot be given away to direct rivals.
Seeing the 20-year-old in an Aston Villa shirt, competing in the same league and chasing Europe, would be an unnecessary blow. Players like him are few and far between, and although his discomfort with Amorim is real, the solution should be a clear plan that guarantees him a leading role without removing him from the project.
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Furthermore, loaning him to Leverkusen with an option to buy is an invitation to lose him forever if he shines in Germany. The Premier League demands talent, and Garnacho has already proven he can deliver it. If United aspire to titles and stability, they must protect their young stars and surround them with confidence.
Supporting him and giving him responsibility may be worth more than any short-term deal. I believe the board will end up convincing Garnacho to stay, giving him more minutes and a real role that will dispel his discontent. However, if the situation can’t be solved, then it is better to lose the Argentine to Leverkusen than to a club in the Premier League.