Alejandro Garnacho is set to be the main competition for Jadon Sancho at Manchester United, should the England star remain at the club.
However, instead of preparing for a face-off next season, Sancho has shown his support for Garnacho following his latest significant trophy win in his burgeoning career. The 20-year-old winger was part of the Argentina squad that successfully defended their Copa America title, defeating Colombia 1-0 in extra-time in a fiercely fought final.
Garnacho’s most recent success follows his considerable contribution to United’s 13th FA Cup victory, where he netted the opening goal in a 2-1 triumph against Manchester City at Wembley Stadium. After securing his spot as a first-team player in Erik ten Hag’s debut season, he further cemented his role as a crucial part of his plans last term.
Garnacho made 50 appearances across all competitions – a figure only surpassed by Andre Onana’s 51 – and started United’s last 38 games. Ten Hag’s decision to shift him to the right wing, with Marcus Rashford often playing on the left, proved to be an inspired move.
