CHELSEA have completed the signing of Alejandro Garnacho from English Premier League rivals Manchester United.
The Blues announced the move today after the Argentina forward put pen to paper on a deal worth £40 million in transfer fee.
“Chelsea is delighted to confirm the signing of Alejandro Garnacho from Manchester United,” the Blues stated.
“The Argentina international, who turned 21 in July, has signed a long-term deal at Stamford Bridge that runs through to 2032.
“Garnacho already has 93 Premier League appearances to his name and has scored 16 times, including a stunning bicycle kick against Everton that won the 2024 FIFA Puskas Award, having been a regular in Man United’s side for the past two seasons.”
Garnacho, who became an outcast under Ruben Amorim at the end of last season, said: “It’s an incredible moment for my family and I to join this great club. I can’t wait to get started.
“I watched the Club World Cup and to join the world champions is special – we’re the best team in the world! It’s amazing to be here and I’m very happy.”
Garnacho was born and grew up in Madrid, and he spent time in the Getafe and Atletico Madrid academies before moving to Manchester in October 2020 as a 16-year-old.
Following impressive performances for United’s youth teams, Garnacho was handed his senior debut as a substitute in a 1-1 draw with Chelsea in April 2022, shortly before his 18th birthday.