Chelsea are pushing hard to land Manchester United winger Alejandro Garnacho, with renowned transfer insider Fabrizio Romano revealing that personal terms have already been agreed. The 21-year-old Argentine international is said to have signed off on a deal running until 2032, leaving the transfer fee as the only major hurdle between him and a move to Stamford Bridge.
Romano wrote:
“Chelsea have accelerated talks for Alejandro Garnacho! Negotiations with Manchester United are progressing well. Garnacho only wants Chelsea and has already agreed on personal terms. The two clubs are now in discussions over the transfer fee. This summer, Garnacho could become a Chelsea player.”
A Clear Choice, Only Chelsea Will Do
Sources close to the player say Garnacho has made his stance crystal clear: it’s Chelsea or nothing. He has informed United that he is prepared to stay put, even if it means being frozen out, rather than accept a move elsewhere.
Over recent weeks, the winger has turned down interest from several clubs:
- Bayer Leverkusen made an approach
- A Saudi Pro League side tabled a lucrative offer
- Napoli explored a deal
But Garnacho rejected them all, insisting his priority is to remain in the Premier League, and more specifically, to join Chelsea.
The Argentine has been briefed on Enzo Maresca’s vision for the team and understands exactly how he would fit into the project. Those close to him believe he sees this as the perfect opportunity to reignite and elevate his career.
The Fee Dispute, £30m vs £50m
The sticking point now is the transfer fee.
- Chelsea’s offer: Around £30 million, with the possibility of including players in the deal.
- United’s stance: A minimum of £50 million in cash, no player swaps.
Chelsea have floated several names as potential makeweights, including Nicolas Jackson, Christopher Nkunku, Axel Disasi, and Álvaro Viga. United, however, have rejected all such proposals, preferring to bank a fee that can be reinvested in other positions during the summer window.
Last season, Garnacho featured in 58 matches for Manchester United, scoring 11 goals and registering 10 assists across all competitions. Despite his productivity, United’s tactical reshuffle and financial priorities have opened the door for a potential departure.
With the player’s terms locked in and his desire to join Chelsea unwavering, the coming days will be decisive. If the two clubs can bridge the gap in their valuations, Garnacho could soon be unveiled as the latest addition to Maresca’s Stamford Bridge project.
