The five clubs chasing £70m Garnacho as Man United overhaul squad

Football
11 Jun 2025 • 2:41 AM MYT
The Independent
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  • Manchester United have set a £70m price for winger Alejandro Garnacho amid interest from Napoli, Atletico Madrid, and Bayer Leverkusen.
  • Garnacho's future at Man United is uncertain after he criticised the team's performance and hinted at a possible departure following the Europa League final defeat to Tottenham Hotspur.
  • Several clubs including Aston Villa and Chelsea are monitoring Garnacho, with previous interest from Napoli failing due to price differences.
  • Bayer Leverkusen's new manager, Erik ten Hag, who previously gave Garnacho his breakthrough at Man United, is a big admirer of the player.
  • With multiple attackers expected to leave United, the club has signed Matheus Cunha and approached Bryan Mbeumo as they seek to overhaul their squad.

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