Alejandro Garnacho Waiting on Chelsea Move as Transfer Heats Up

Alejandro Garnacho is waiting for his transfer to Chelsea to go through. He has agreed to personal terms, moving closer to a big summer transfer.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Garnacho has agreed to personal terms with Chelsea and wants to join. His side of the deal is ready. Now, the clubs need to agree on the transfer. Talks might continue until the final weeks of the window as Chelsea plans their moves in attack. Reports say Garnacho will wait for Chelsea to sort out the club agreement before the deadline. Furthermore, he is expected to negotiate with Manchester United about the transfer fee to facilitate his move.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

Chelsea started the new Premier League season wanting more goals from their wingers after an inconsistent 2024-25 season. They finished in 4th place and qualified for the Champions League so they need young forwards as they try to move deep into the competition, and aim for the title in the Premier League. Garnacho stood out at Manchester United with his speed and dribbling, scoring and assisting in league and European games. Signing him would strengthen Chelsea’s attack and aid their major rebuild.

FORM AND STANDINGS CONTEXT

Manchester United aimed for a top-four spot last season but fell short, finishing fifteenth in the Premier League and missing European football last season. Garnacho was one of their best players, contributing 11 goals and 9 assists. Chelsea, who spent much of last season chasing European qualifications, finished well above their rivals and want a more focused attack to close the gap to the main title contenders, Arsenal, Manchester City and Liverpool. Both clubs want to climb the standings quickly as the season starts.

WHAT NEXT?

Chelsea has tough early matches against strong teams that will shape the table at the beginning of the season. They need points in their next league game to stay close to the teams above them while watching out for threats from below. If an agreement is reached, Garnacho will join before the deadline and compete for a spot. If talks stall, Chelsea might look to other wide options late in the window.