Alejandro Garnacho should be the “first name” on Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United team sheet, says ex-Red Devil Clayton Blackmore.
The talented 18-year-old Argentine came off the bench to score a dramatic stoppage time winner against Fulham at Craven Cottage yesterday.
The winner in west London was Garnacho’s first goal in the Premier League and it ensured Ten Hag’s side went into the winter break off the back of a win.
While Antony and Jadon Sancho have been unavailable in recent weeks, the former Atletico Madrid youngster has grasped his chance and impressed the former Ajax manager following his change in attitude, which resulted in him being given opportunities.
United’s number 49 looks the real deal and he’s already striking fear into opposition’s defences.
The Argentinian Under-20 international showcased his terrific range of passing when he set up Scott McTominay with a pinpoint lofted through ball against Aston Villa in the Carabao Cup.
Garnacho’s pass to the Scotsman impressed United playmaker Christian Eriksen.
But against the Cottagers, it was the teenager’s blistering pace and composure in front of the goal which proved the difference against Marco Silva’s promoted side.
Alejandro Garnacho should be the first name on Erik ten Hag’s team sheet, says Clayton Blackmore
One of the hottest properties players on the planet, a star has been born at Old Trafford and Manchester United look to have unearthed another gem.
If Garnacho stays humble, grounded and continues to put in the hard yards behind the scenes, then he has all the ability to become a mainstay in Ten Hag’s side.
While the 2022 World Cup came too soon for Garnacho, the South American starlet looks destined for greatness and former Red Devils defender Blackmore believes that the pacey forward should be a guaranteed starter in Ten Hag’s starting XI.
The Welshman also believes it’s “scary” how good the Argentine can become given the raw qualities he possesses.
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