Rúben Amorim’s choice to exclude Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho from the squad for the most recent Manchester derby has fueled speculation about Rashford’s future at Manchester United.
Garnacho, in particular, hasn’t matched his standout performances from last season, managing just three goals and one assist so far. Following his omission against City, reports indicate he’s drawing attention from five of Europe’s top clubs.
According to a recent report from the Daily Mail, Garnacho is no longer seen as “untouchable” at United, with Bayern Munich, Paris Saint-Germain, AC Milan, Real Madrid, and Barcelona all reportedly interested.
While his departure isn’t certain, the report suggests United might entertain offers, though any deal would require a minimum bid of £70 million.
Pundit tips on why Alejandro Garnacho could be available
While Garnacho has since returned to the fold with a pair of substitute appearances in the defeats to Tottenham (League Cup) and Bournemouth, the player could have an issue fitting into Amorim’s tactical system.
Former Manchester City standout Shaun Wright-Phillips highlighted what he believes is the biggest issue affecting Garnacho and his teammate Marcus Rashford. Wright-Phillips emphasized Amorim’s usual 3-4-3 setup, noting that it leaves Rashford and Garnacho without a clear role in the formation.
“I think, not because of talent, but Rashford and Garnacho have got a problem because they’re not used to playing that 10 position, both of them are used to being very wide,” Wright-Phillips said (h/t TEAMtalk)
“He doesn’t play wide wingers; he plays with wing-backs, and I don’t think either of those two could be a wing-back. I think they’re going to find it hard to get into Amorim’s team in terms of attacking positions because I don’t think he knows his front two or three yet.
“Amorim has tried [Joshua] Zirkzee and Rasmus [Hojlund], and both are completely different sort of strikers. He messes around with the two number 10s, but I don’t think it is going to work for all of United’s attacking players unless he teaches them how to play that role. I can see Amorim bringing in a few of his own players in the summer or even in January if he can get them.”
