Garnacho Set For Exit As United Back Amorim
Manchester United have reportedly finalised their decision on Alejandro Garnacho, with Fabrizio Romano confirming that the winger will be made available for transfer this summer following a breakdown in relations with manager Ruben Amorim. Garnacho was one of Erik ten Hag’s standout performers, but his role at Old Trafford changed significantly after Amorim’s arrival in November. Tensions between the two surfaced early, most notably when the Argentine was left out of the squad for the derby against Manchester City in December. Although injuries later offered him a route back into the team, his exclusion from the Europa League final raised further doubts.
Following the final against Tottenham Hotspur, Garnacho voiced his frustration, which led to Amorim leaving him out entirely for the Premier League season finale. According to Romano’s latest YouTube update, the club’s hierarchy has now sided with Amorim and sanctioned Garnacho’s departure, placing him on the transfer list.
Ten Hag is reportedly eager to reunite with the winger at Bayer Leverkusen, though a move remains financially challenging for the German side, despite their expected £115 million sale of Florian Wirtz to Liverpool. Romano also reported that Serie A sides are monitoring the situation, while interest from the Premier League persists. Three English clubs have already enquired, with Chelsea long rumoured to be among them. Garnacho’s agent was even spotted at Stamford Bridge earlier in the year.
Tactical Shake-Up Expected If Mbeumo Arrives
Should Manchester United succeed in signing Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford, at least three current players are expected to shift positions under Ruben Amorim’s system, according to Manchester Evening News. Despite an initial bid being rejected, Fabrizio Romano believes an agreement could be struck in the region of £60–65 million. Mbeumo would become United’s second major signing this summer, following the £62.5 million arrival of Matheus Cunha from Wolves. The overhaul will not stop there, with United seeking a new striker to replace Rasmus Højlund, who is expected to join Inter Milan. Additionally, Marcus Rashford, Antony, Jadon Sancho and Garnacho are all likely to depart, having failed to win over Amorim.
Amad Diallo is the most immediate player affected. The Ivorian thrived on the right in Amorim’s 3-4-2-1 setup, but Mbeumo is expected to occupy that space. As a result, Amad may be shifted to a right wingback role, sharing duties with Diogo Dalot, despite the stark contrast in their styles.
This change will impact Noussair Mazraoui, who is now expected to move into the right-sided centre-back position. Amorim previously indicated a preference for using the Moroccan in deeper defensive roles, which makes the transition a logical one. Lastly, Bruno Fernandes could find himself permanently operating in a deeper midfield position. With Cunha and Mbeumo likely to take up the two advanced midfield roles, the captain’s continued presence in the double pivot seems increasingly probable after a strong showing in that role last season.