Alejandro Garnacho has finally spoken up about his move from Manchester United to Chelsea, and honestly, he seems completely fine with it. The 21-year-old Argentine winger addressed the media ahead of Chelsea’s Champions League clash with Atalanta today. as reported by Fabrizio Romano via his official X account.
He said:
Garnacho: Joining Chelsea project was an easy decision. I came here to play my football, to show people the player I am. Sometimes in life, you have to change things to take a step forward. It was the right moment and the right club
His £40 million move to Chelsea came after falling out of favour under United manager Ruben Amorim. But Garnacho explained it wasn’t about anger or bitterness at all; it was about moving forward.
stating that he joined Chelsea to play and enjoy his football. You can feel his determination to prove himself and maybe also relief that the drama is behind him.
Garnacho made it clear that choosing Chelsea was not a difficult decision for him. Before completing the move, he had detailed talks with Enzo Maresca, who carefully explained the club’s vision, his exact role in the team, and how he would fit into the overall project.
The manager also outlined how Garnacho could develop and improve at Chelsea, both in the short and long term.
That level of clarity helped him feel confident about the move. Chelsea did not just offer him a contract; they offered him a clear pathway and purpose, and that reassurance played a big role in why he decided to join them.
Softfootball understands that since joining Chelsea, he’s made 14 appearances across all competitions, scoring 2 goals and adding 2 assists. including scoring in Chelsea’s 2-2 draw against Qarabag in the Champions League.
It has not fully taken off yet for him, but enough to show he’s settling in, adjusting, and slowly making his mark.
Whatever anyone thinks about how he left United, Garnacho’s focus is crystal clear: improving as a player, enjoying the Champions League, and living his life at Chelsea.
