Alejandro Garnacho’s turbulent chapter at Manchester United has taken another dramatic turn after a mural dedicated to the Argentine winger was found defaced outside Old Trafford. The incident has intensified speculation around his strained relationship with the club, as reports grow stronger linking him with a high-profile move to Chelsea.
The mural, which was commissioned last season to celebrate Garnacho’s rise as one of United’s brightest young stars, was splattered with graffiti and offensive markings overnight. Supporters who initially hailed him as the next big thing at Old Trafford now appear divided, with sections of the fanbase increasingly frustrated by his public desire to leave the club.
Garnacho, 20, has reportedly grown disillusioned with his role under Erik ten Hag, feeling underused and undervalued despite his game-changing performances last season. While United still view him as a key part of their long-term project, his camp is said to be pushing for a transfer, with Chelsea emerging as the leading destination.
Sources close to the player suggest that Chelsea’s new project under Enzo Maresca has appealed to Garnacho, offering both guaranteed minutes and a chance to establish himself as a marquee figure in London. The Blues are believed to be preparing a substantial bid before the transfer window closes, though Manchester United remain reluctant sellers.
The defacing of Garnacho’s mural reflects a growing hostility from a section of United supporters who see his transfer push as a betrayal. Fans gathered outside Old Trafford to express anger, while others defended him on social media, arguing the club’s mismanagement of young talent is to blame.
As the saga unfolds, Garnacho finds himself at a crossroads: remain at a club where his future looks increasingly uncertain, or force through a switch to a Premier League rival willing to hand him the spotlight. What’s certain is that the relationship between Garnacho and United’s supporters has taken a serious hit—one that even a fresh coat of paint may not be able to fix.
