Alejandro Garnacho could be ready to leave Manchester United (Photo by Karl Rijssen, Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)
Manchester United winger Alejandro Garnacho has reportedly reached an agreement with Napoli ahead of what could be a major January transfer.
The Argentina international appears to have taken a step closer to that Leaving Manchester United for the big move to the Italian Leaguealthough a club to club agreement is still required.
That depends TransfersWhich adds that negotiations are progressing well on this deal, even if Napoli's offer is still slightly lower than what the Red Devils are asking for.
Garnacho is strongly linked with both Napoli and Chelsea Also written by Fabrizio Romano, as the Italian journalist posted this earlier today on X…
???? Napoli's opening €50m bid for Alejandro Garnacho includes add-ons; Man United wants more.
Antonio Conte continues to press after the call with Garnacho on Friday.
?? Chelsea have made contact with United and the player squad, and are now deciding internally whether or not to make a bid. pic.twitter.com/3kMMhAZM5N
– Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 22, 2025
Garnacho has mostly been a regular starter for United, and looks like a promising young talent who could have a big future in the game, although it is also perhaps easy to see why the club would be tempted to cash in on him.
The 20-year-old has not been consistent enough, as things stand telegraph He hinted that there are some question marks about his temperament.
A transfer deal for Alejandro Garnacho could suit all parties
Even if some United fans are unsure about selling such a great young player midway through the season, it could end up being better for all involved.
For United, it gives them money to work with in the transfer market, and a significant profit on a player who previously signed for their academy.
This could then allow Ruben Amorim to invest in other areas, or replace Garnacho with someone who would be a better fit for his system.
At the same time, it could also be for the best for the player himself, as a fresh start could be what he needs to revive his career after suffering a dip in form for United this season.
Many other top talents have also struggled at Manchester United in the challenging post-Sir Alex Ferguson era, so Garnacho should not be ashamed that he also feels he needs to look elsewhere to get back on track.
