Alejandro Garnacho Set for Manchester United Exit After Europa League Final Fallout

Alejandro Garnacho could be on his way out of Manchester United this summer, with talks between his representatives and the club expected in the coming days.

The 20-year-old winger is said to be unhappy after playing just 19 minutes in United’s Europa League final defeat to Tottenham Hotspur — a decision that left him visibly frustrated. Garnacho slammed manager Rúben Amorim’s decision after the game, and his brother added fuel to the fire on social media by claiming the young star was “thrown under the bus.”

According to ESPN, the Argentine’s departure is becoming “increasingly likely” as frustrations over his limited game time and position continue to grow. Garnacho has not been pleased with the role he’s been given since Amorim took charge, often being played more centrally rather than in his preferred wide role. The report suggests he was also unhappy with how his selection was handled for the final.

Amorim, who’s still adjusting to life at Old Trafford, has tweaked Garnacho’s role in several matches — using the wingback to cut inside and allowing Garnacho to stay wide. But despite those efforts, both the player and the club are now reportedly open to a split.

Interest in Garnacho is expected to come from both the Premier League and overseas. Chelsea and Napoli were keen on the United academy graduate in January, and now clubs in Saudi Arabia are also watching his situation closely.

His January price tag was around £60 million, and that valuation is unlikely to drop this summer. A sale would represent pure profit for United, given Garnacho joined their youth ranks from Atlético Madrid in 2020. With the club looking to boost their transfer budget after missing out on Champions League football, offloading Garnacho could free up much-needed funds. It’s understood that without any player sales, United would only be able to spend around £100 million in the summer window.

While Garnacho has shown moments of brilliance on the pitch, his off-field behavior has raised concerns during both Erik ten Hag’s and Amorim’s time in charge. Social media activity has often landed him in hot water, and questions have been raised about his attitude in training and around the squad.

Some at United feel his performances haven’t consistently matched the hype or his growing confidence. With Amorim and the board aiming to rebuild smartly this summer, the sale of a young star like Garnacho — for a sizeable fee — could help them bring in more experienced, ready-made players.

It’s a tough decision, but with Garnacho increasingly keen to leave, this summer could mark the end of his Manchester United chapter.