Garnacho rejects multiple offers to join Chelsea, deal close to completion
Argentine forward close to finalizing transfer from Manchester United despite interest from Germany, Italy, and Saudi Arabia
Chelsea is on the verge of signing Alejandro Garnacho after the 20-year-old forward rejected lucrative offers from clubs in Germany, Italy, and Saudi Arabia, opting instead to join the London-based side. The move would mark a major transfer between Premier League rivals.
According to renowned journalist Fabrizio Romano, Garnacho is in advanced discussions over personal terms with Chelsea. The deal could be finalized in the coming days, as the Blues push to complete the signing before the new season kicks off.
Chelsea Prepares Permanent Transfer Below Valuation
Garnacho, who currently wears the number 17 jersey at Manchester United, is valued at around €45 million. However, Chelsea is expected to pay less than the full valuation, following Manchester United’s willingness to lower their asking price due to a lack of offers meeting the initial demand of £40 million (approximately €47 million).
Sources indicate that Tottenham Hotspur also showed interest and held talks, but Chelsea acted decisively to move ahead with a formal offer. The club’s hierarchy, reportedly at the request of manager Enzo Maresca, is pushing to close the deal quickly.
Manchester United Open to Sale Amid Pressure
Initially, Manchester United sought a higher fee, but both Chelsea and Spurs communicated that the price was not feasible. The Red Devils were then forced to reassess the situation, softening their stance and paving the way for further negotiations.
While an official agreement between the clubs has yet to be announced, the expectation is that Garnacho will leave Old Trafford imminently. The player is said to be enthusiastic about joining a new project under Maresca and lining up alongside rising stars like Cole Palmer and João Pedro.
Player Signals Approval of Move on Social Media
Adding fuel to the speculation, Garnacho recently liked a post by Fabrizio Romano on social media reporting the advanced negotiations with Chelsea—an action widely interpreted as a public show of support for the transfer.
If completed, the deal would represent a rare high-profile move between two of England’s biggest clubs and could reshape Chelsea’s attack heading into the 2025/26 season.
