Alejandro Garnacho reflected on his departure from Manchester United last summer, admitting he engaged in some 'bad things' during his final six months at Old Trafford before his £40m move to Chelsea. The winger expressed regret over the manner of his exit, acknowledging the club’s role in his development from the academy to the senior setup.

During his final spell, Garnacho felt frustrated by reduced playing time, moving from a starter to frequently being on the bench. He suggested his own mindset contributed to issues, stating that at just 20, he felt he needed to feature every week. This internal conflict perhaps fueled external tensions, following his brother's criticism of manager Ruben Amorim after a Europa League final loss.

Despite acknowledging his mistakes, Garnacho maintained he holds no ill will toward United, its staff, or his former teammates, emphasizing he only has good memories of the club and the fanbase. He framed the transfer as a necessary decision for the next steps in his career, feeling proud to remain in the Premier League with his new team.

Manager Amorim offered a diplomatic view, suggesting Garnacho simply sought a different leadership style or a new challenge, viewing the separation as a natural occurrence in football. Carrick's potential appointment contrasts sharply with these departure narratives, focusing instead on stabilizing the Old Trafford pressure cooker.