Manchester United vs Chelsea: Garnacho set to haunt former club in crucial clash

The stage is set at Old Trafford as Chelsea’s new signing Alejandro Garnacho prepares to face the club where he grew up.

All eyes will be on the 21-year-old winger as he looks to prove a point in a fixture that already carries huge weight.

Chelsea coach Enzo Maresca confirmed that Garnacho is ready to start against his former side, expressing delight at how quickly the Argentine has adapted to the team’s style.

The winger himself has spoken of his excitement about joining Chelsea, signing a long-term contract until 2032 for a £40 million fee.

Before the official announcement, Garnacho was already spotted at Stamford Bridge watching his new teammates beat Fulham 2-0, a clear sign of his eagerness to immerse himself in life at the club.

In his first interview, he revealed that the move was a “bigger step” for his career and described joining the Blues as an “incredible feeling,” while also admitting to idolising Chelsea legend Eden Hazard as a child.

Garnacho’s exit from Manchester United followed a period where he had fallen out of favour under manager Ruben Amorim, even being made to train away from the main squad at Carrington.

Despite scoring 16 goals in 93 Premier League appearances for Manchester United, his time came to an abrupt end as Chelsea swooped in.

The winger insists he is ready for the challenge and believes joining the Club World Cup holders is the best decision for his future.

With his Old Trafford return coming so soon, the clash has gained extra spice, and Garnacho could well be the one to tilt the balance in a fixture charged with emotion.