New Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has confirmed that Alejandro Garnacho is expected to leave the club, revealing that several teams are already interested in signing the Argentine winger.
Speaking during his first press conference as Chelsea boss, Alonso said discussions are ongoing over Garnacho’s future and expressed hope that all parties would reach a satisfactory agreement.
“We’ve spoken with the sporting directors, and there’s interest in him from other clubs. Let’s see how it develops, but hopefully it ends in the best way for everyone involved,” Alonso said.
The manager’s comments have further fueled reports that Garnacho is heading for a Stamford Bridge exit just one year after completing his move from Manchester United.
The 22-year-old has reportedly stayed away from Chelsea’s first-team training after reaching an agreement with the club to focus on resolving his future before the new season begins.
Reports suggest AS Roma are among the clubs interested in signing the winger, while Napoli, Juventus, and AC Milan have also been linked with a move.
Chelsea are believed to prefer a permanent transfer rather than another loan deal as the club continues its squad rebuild under Alonso.
Garnacho joined the Blues from Manchester United in a deal reportedly worth £40 million, but struggled to make a major impact during his first season.
The Argentine managed just one Premier League goal as Chelsea finished 10th in the league and missed out on European qualification. His disappointing campaign also saw him left out of Argentina’s squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Manchester United are expected to benefit financially from any future sale after including a 10 percent sell-on clause in the agreement that took Garnacho to Chelsea.
Meanwhile, Alonso insisted Chelsea’s rebuilding process has only just begun, stressing that the club’s immediate objective is to return to European competition.
He also made it clear that while midfielder Enzo Fernández remains part of his plans, Garnacho’s future appears to lie away from Stamford Bridge.
Source: Goal.
