Victor Boniface's manager at Bayer Leverkusen has reportedly found the right player to replace his brilliant playmaker, expected to depart the German champions this summer.
Victor Boniface’s Bayer Leverkusen have set their sights on Manchester United’s Alejandro Garnacho as the prime candidate to replace star playmaker Florian Wirtz, who is widely expected to depart in the summer transfer window.
With Wirtz drawing interest from elite clubs like Bayern Munich and Manchester City, Leverkusen’s head coach Xabi Alonso has urged the board to prioritise the 20-year-old Argentine winger to sustain the club’s attacking prowess and ambitious vision.
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Garnacho has showed his potential at Old Trafford this season, contributing 10 goals and nine assists.
His flair and versatility as a wide playmaker align seamlessly with Leverkusen’s high-octane style of play, making him Alonso’s top target to fill the void left by Wirtz, according to Fichajes.
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The German club sees Garnacho as a player who can deliver immediate impact while offering long-term potential.
However, securing Garnacho’s signature won’t be straightforward. Atletico Madrid and Chelsea are also in the race, setting the stage for a potential bidding war.
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Manchester United, recognising his value, have slapped a £70 million price tag on the young star.
Garnacho’s future at United has come under scrutiny amid inconsistent performances under manager Ruben Amorim.
Once hailed as the club’s winger for the next decade, critics have pointed to his erratic decision-making and lack of clinical finishing.
With Manchester United already eyeing replacements, such as Real Betis’s Jesús Rodríguez, there’s growing acceptance at Old Trafford that Garnacho could leave this summer, potentially benefiting both player and club.
Leverkusen’s pursuit of Garnacho underlines their determination to remain a force in the Bundesliga and European competitions.
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The ball is now in Garnacho’s and Manchester United’s court, but Leverkusen have made their intentions clear as they brace for life without Wirtz.