Chelsea is close to wrapping up a deal for Alejandro Garnacho for the 2025/26 season. The 21-year-old Argentine forward already has an agreement on personal terms with the London club. What is missing now is an understanding with Manchester United to finish the transfer. The update came from journalist Fabrizio Romano.
He also said Garnacho is no longer part of Ruben Amorim’s plans at United. The player has been cleared to look for a new team. Even if this move happens, Chelsea is still working on other targets. Xavi Simons is one they are actively chasing before the window closes.
An important move in the market
The pursuit of Garnacho is another sign of how active Chelsea has been this summer. They have already confirmed Estêvão from Palmeiras, João Pedro who has played for Fluminense and Brighton, Jamie Gittens from Borussia Dortmund, and Jarrel Hato from Ajax. The approach is easy to see. Younger players, but ones who have already felt the pressure of high-level soccer.
At Manchester United, Garnacho’s situation changed. Since Ruben Amorim arrived, he has slipped down the list of priorities. That shift opened the way for other clubs to approach him. Chelsea moved quickly, offering a clear project and a defined role. Talks moved fast and now only the agreement between the clubs is missing. If that is reached, an official announcement could come soon.
Possible impact for Chelsea
If the deal goes ahead, Garnacho gives Chelsea another option in attack. The club has already strengthened in that area, but the board believes more depth can be decisive over the course of the season. New arrivals increase competition inside the squad. Players fight harder for places and that often raises the level of performance. It also allows the manager to adjust tactics for different moments of the season.
The goal is balance. Strengthen the attack while adding creative midfielders so the team can handle different kinds of matches. Targeting Garnacho and Simons in the same window underlines how determined Chelsea is to stay aggressive in the market.