Maresca Backs Alejandro Garnacho to Start Against Former Club Manchester United

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca believes Alejandro Garnacho could start against his former club Manchester United on Sunday. Garnacho joined the Blues for £40m this summer and has failed to impress Maresca. Following his transfer, Garnacho will join Chelsea on a seven-year contract, and another eye-catching display after the Champions League matches could see him retain his place at Old Trafford.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

Chelsea are visiting Manchester United for the Premier League next weekend as both teams want to improve their standings in the competition. Following the start of a house-cleaning job on a squad laced with underachievers, Maresca’s side are unbeaten in four matches in the Premier League. Maresca will continue to allow chances to impress for players auditioning for futures at Stamford Bridge. Currently, Chelsea are sitting in fifth place in the Premier League after four matches, having started the season strongly.

WHAT MAWRESEHI SAID

Maresca said: “He has a fit-for-the-job. I am really happy with him. Every time he comes on, or he starts, in training he shows me what he is. I really count on him. I appreciate a player with his moves, considering how many injuries and red cards we have had. He is trying to do his best.”

WHAT’S NEXT FOR MANCHESTER UNITED?

United face a busy schedule with tough tests at home and away and will want to bounce back after last weekend’s loss at Manchester City, the team is likely to encounter several challenges as they aim to maintain momentum in both the Premier League and domestic competitions.