“WHAT DID I JUST SEE?! GARNACHO IN AN ARSENAL SHIRT?!”
BREAKING NEWS: Arsenal have pulled off the most SHOCKING signing of the summer as Alejandro Garnacho has officially signed a four-year contract with the Gunners! The move was completed late last night under the radar, and the 20-year-old winger passed his medical earlier today. After years of brewing tension at Manchester United and whispers of discontent, Garnacho has now jumped ship and joined United’s bitter Premier League rivals. And yes, it’s REAL.
Fans across social media exploded into chaos this morning as the images of Garnacho in Arsenal gear began to circulate. Nobody saw this coming — not even some of the most well-informed transfer insiders. Just weeks ago, the Argentine international was believed to be central to Manchester United’s long-term plans. But behind the scenes, things were clearly unraveling.
Sources close to the deal claim that Garnacho was frustrated with his role under Erik ten Hag, especially after being shifted out of position several times last season and benched in key matches. Despite flashes of brilliance — including that outrageous overhead kick that won Goal of the Season — it seems Garnacho felt stifled in a system that never truly let him shine.
Enter Mikel Arteta.
Arsenal’s boss is said to have personally reached out to Garnacho weeks ago with a clear vision: a front three built around his explosiveness on the wing, with Gabriel Jesus and Bukayo Saka completing the trio. Arteta reportedly promised the youngster regular starts and the freedom to express himself — something he felt was lacking at United. And that was all it took.
The fee remains undisclosed for now, but early reports suggest it could rise to £65 million with add-ons — a statement of intent from Arsenal as they look to finally take that last step toward the Premier League title.
Naturally, this move has shattered social media. United fans are FURIOUS, with some calling this “the biggest betrayal since Van Persie.” Others are directing their rage at the United board for failing to keep hold of one of their brightest young stars. Arsenal fans, meanwhile, are celebrating like they’ve won the league already.
What happens next? Well, the Emirates is about to get LOUD. Garnacho is expected to join the squad immediately for preseason training and could make his unofficial debut in Arsenal’s upcoming U.S. tour.
This one will sting for a long time in Manchester — and if Garnacho thrives in North London, it might just go down as one of the boldest and most controversial transfers in Premier League history.