Chelsea began pre‑season at Cobham without 21‑year‑old winger Alejandro Garnacho, a move that echoes the club’s intent to sell him. His brief spell at Stamford Bridge followed a £40m transfer from Manchester United and a seven‑year contract. With only one Premier League goal from 24 appearances – ten as a sub – his future is unclear.

Chelsea’s valuation hovers around £43m (≈€50m) and the club will only consider permanent offers, despite interest from Serie A’s Roma and clubs in Saudi Arabia, the Premier League and Europe. Manchester United stands to receive 10% of any sale.

The potential exit fits Xabi Alonso’s broader squad overhaul, which already features the arrival of full‑back Marco Palestra from Atalanta for £47m and winger Geovany Quenda from Sporting for £40m. Meanwhile, the Blues dispatched Marc Cucurella to Real Madrid for £52m and Tyrique George to Everton for up to £24m. Garnacho’s move would clear space for new signings and help recalibrate London’s top‑flight ambitions.