Alejandro Garnacho's future at Chelsea is uncertain after just one season with the club, and it appears that the team is looking to sell him. Garnacho was noticeably absent from Chelsea's first training session under new manager Xabi Alonso, fueling speculation about his role in the team's plans. The reason for his absence is unclear, but it is likely that he is not a part of Alonso's vision for the upcoming season.
Garnacho's first season with Chelsea was underwhelming, with the 22-year-old recording only one goal and four assists in 24 Premier League appearances. This lackluster performance has led to the club seeking to offload him, with Roma being the only known club to have expressed concrete interest in acquiring him. Chelsea is reportedly seeking €50million to sell Garnacho to a foreign club, while demanding £45m from any interested Premier League teams.
Garnacho's struggles at Chelsea are a far cry from the hype surrounding his move from Manchester United just under a year ago. At the time, he described the transfer as "incredible," but his fortunes have since changed. The winger found himself exiled from the starting lineup towards the end of last season, starting only one of Chelsea's last 12 games. With the team looking to revamp its roster, Garnacho's exit appears to be a likely possibility.
Chelsea has already been active in the transfer market this summer, selling players like Marc Cucurella to Real Madrid and Tyrique George to Everton. The team is also set to sell Andrey Santos to Manchester United for £50m. As the club continues to reshape its roster, Garnacho's departure seems to be a matter of when, not if. The winger is reportedly open to an exit, and it remains to be seen where he will end up next.
