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Manchester United have agreed a £40 million deal with Chelsea to sell 21-year-old Alejandro Garnacho, including a 10 percent sell-on clause, marking one of their highest ever sales and their most profitable academy exit to date
Background and Context
- Sale Overview
The deal, confirmed as a fixed £40 million payment, notably includes a 10 % future sell-on clause for United. - Historic Significance
This sale ranks behind Cristiano Ronaldo, Romelu Lukaku, and Ángel Di María in terms of transfer earnings, and stands as United’s largest revenue from an academy player to date. - Player Situation
Garnacho, who has made 93 Premier League appearances for United, fell out of favor with manager Ruben Amorim and has been training separately from the first-team squad this summer. He joins fellow “bomb squad” players, such as Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho, Antony, and Tyrell Malacia, in departing the club. - Chelsea Move
Garnacho is set to sign a seven-year contract with Chelsea, with reports indicating completion of a medical is imminent.
What It Means
| Stakeholder | Implication |
|---|---|
| Manchester United | The £40 million will be recorded as pure profit under PL Profit and Sustainability Rules—crucial given recent heavy spending. The sell-on clause also means potential future returns. |
| Chelsea | Garnacho adds youthful attacking depth with long-term potential. He becomes one of multiple summer signings for the Blues. |
| The Player | Garnacho gains an opportunity for a fresh start at a club where he’s clearly wanted, with a long-term contract offering stability. |
