Napoli Eye £45m Move for Manchester United’s Alejandro Garnacho

Manchester United forward Alejandro Garnacho has emerged as a transfer target for Napoli, with the Italian champions preparing a £45m bid for the 21-year-old Argentine winger. The move follows a reported fallout between Garnacho and United manager Ruben Amorim after the Europa League final defeat to Tottenham in Bilbao, where Garnacho was omitted from the starting lineup. The young star publicly questioned the decision, hinting at a potential summer reassessment of his future.

Napoli’s interest aligns with their recent high-profile acquisition of Kevin De Bruyne on a free transfer, aiming to pair the Belgian playmaker with Garnacho’s pace and potential. United, who extended Garnacho’s contract until 2028 in 2023 after his debut goal in 2022, currently value him at £60m. However, their underwhelming 2024-25 Premier League campaign may force a reconsideration of his price tag.

Transfer experts suggest Napoli’s aggressive negotiation could capitalize on United’s willingness to offload players amid a squad overhaul. Garnacho’s market value, once speculated at £100m, has reportedly dipped, reflecting his inconsistent role this season. Negotiations are ongoing, with Napoli hoping to secure a deal that could reshape their attacking lineup for the upcoming season.