Garnacho in Man Utd tour squad despite exit talk
3 minute readPublished: Monday, May 26, 2025 at 5:41 am
Garnacho Included in Man Utd Tour Squad Amidst Exit Rumors
Manchester United winger Alejandro Garnacho has been surprisingly included in the club's post-season tour of Asia, despite swirling rumors about his future. The 20-year-old Argentinian was notably absent from the team's recent 2-0 victory over Aston Villa, reportedly due to his frustration over being benched in the Europa League final loss to Tottenham.
This exclusion fueled speculation about Garnacho's potential departure from Old Trafford. Sources close to both the player and the club have indicated to ESPN that a move is likely if a suitable offer is received during the upcoming summer transfer window. Garnacho's representatives are reportedly scheduled to hold talks with Manchester United ahead of the window opening.
Despite the exit talk, Garnacho is part of the squad assembled by manager Ruben Amorim for matches against SEAN All-Stars and in Hong Kong. The team, including players and staff, departed for Asia on Sunday night.
This isn't the first time Garnacho has been the subject of transfer interest. Manchester United previously rejected a bid from Napoli for the young winger in January. Chelsea also expressed interest in acquiring his services.
Other key players, such as goalkeeper Andr Onana and defender Luke Shaw, who also missed the Villa game, are also part of the traveling squad. Additionally, Matthijs de Ligt and Joshua Zirkzee, despite carrying injuries, have been included. However, several players, including Leny Yoro, Noussair Mazraoui, and Lisandro Martnez, have been ruled out due to injuries. Mazraoui's hamstring injury sustained during the Villa match further complicates the situation.
BNN's Perspective: The inclusion of Garnacho in the tour squad, despite the reported unrest and potential transfer, is a fascinating development. It suggests that Manchester United is either still open to the possibility of retaining him, or they are attempting to maximize his value by showcasing him. The situation highlights the delicate balance between player satisfaction and the club's financial interests. It will be interesting to see how this plays out during the summer transfer window.
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