Alejandro Garnacho is looking for a way out.
Once the shining light of Manchester United’s youth setup, the Argentine now finds himself edged out under new manager Ruben Amorim. Trusted voices like David Ornstein confirm it—he’s been told to find a new club.
And now, in a move few saw coming, his camp has reportedly made contact with Arsenal.
TBR Football reports that talks have quietly begun between Garnacho’s representatives and Arsenal, as both sides weigh up a deal that could shake up the Premier League landscape.
Manchester United are said to value him at around £51 million. That’s the same number Arsenal might offer, as his name continues to swirl in exit rumours. Garnacho, just 20, has shown flashes of brilliance—pace, hunger, relentless energy on the counter—but he’s also raw. His finishing lacks polish. His final product still developing.
Still, Arsenal know what they’re looking at. A player with fire. Premier League battle-tested. A future.
But this isn’t just about football. It’s about pride. Manchester United might hesitate to hand one of their brightest academy products to a direct rival.
The Gunners aren’t putting all their chips on Garnacho yet. Nico Williams and Rafael Leão are in their sights too. Arsenal’s summer strategy remains fluid.
But if Garnacho’s desire is to stay in England, in the spotlight, and write a new story, North London could be the next chapter.
That is, if old rivalries don’t get in the way.