The forward joined Chelsea from Manchester United last summer, but things have not gone as well as he may have hoped they would
Former Manchester United winger Alejandro Garnacho’s future at Chelsea is looking increasingly uncertain, with the Blues looking for possible replacements. Garnacho left Old Trafford for Stamford Bridge in the summer, with United receiving a £40 million fee.
But things have not gone as either Chelsea or the player may have hoped. In his 21 appearances in the Premier League this season, Garnacho has scored just once.
The Argentine has scored once in nine Champions League games, twice in four FA Cup appearances, and four times in four League Cup appearances, but would have still hoped for a better output in his first campaign.
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Garnacho has seen his game time drop slightly under Liam Rosenior compared to the chance he was given by former Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca. It seems that there are now more doubts over his long-term future at Stamford Bridge.
The Telegraph claim that Chelsea are still looking for a forward who can play off the left when the summer transfer window opens. That suggests that the Blues remain unconvinced about Garnacho.
If they are successful in their search, then it makes it more likely that they will try to move Garnacho on in the same transfer window.
If they are able to recoup the £40m price tag that they paid to United last summer is still to be seen, although it seems less likely, given the season that he has had.
Reports in Argentina claim that Garnacho is a target for River Plate, with manager Eduardo Coudet reaching out personally to the player.
It’s suggested that the club are hoping to sign the 21-year-old on a one-year loan, a deal which Chelsea could be open to.
Speaking about Garnacho earlier this year, Rosenior said: “Garna is a top player. We have changed a little bit tactically since I came in. I have wanted to dominate midfield areas, which has meant at times I have only played with one winger.
“But Garna is an outstanding player. What I have really liked in this period is his reaction to not starting. He has been training very, very well. He has shown real positivity.”
During his time at United, Garnacho scored 26 goals and provided a further 22 assists in 144 first-team appearances for the club. But his time ended on somewhat of a sour note after speaking out against former manager Ruben Amorim.
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