Alejandro Garnacho is an Argentine professional footballer, born on July 1, 2004, in Madrid, Spain, where he began his career in the youth academies of Getafe and Atlético Madrid.[1][3] In October 2020, at age 16, he joined Manchester United's academy, marking a pivotal move in his development as a dynamic forward.[1][3] Garnacho made his senior debut for Manchester United in April 2022 against Chelsea in the Premier League.[1] His breakthrough came in the 2022-23 season, with 34 appearances across competitions, 5 goals, and a role in winning the EFL Cup—his first senior trophy.[1] The 2023-24 season solidified his status as a regular starter on the right wing, featuring in 50 matches, scoring 10 goals, and providing 5 assists; highlights included a stunning bicycle kick against Everton in November 2023, which earned the Premier League Goal of the Season and the 2024 FIFA Puskás Award, plus an assist in the FA Cup final victory.[1] In the 2024-25 season, he remained a key attacker, making 58 appearances, scoring 11 goals, and adding 6 assists, as United reached the UEFA Europa League final (runners-up), FA Community Shield final (runners-up), EFL Cup quarter-finals, and FA Cup fifth round.[1] By July 2025, Garnacho had amassed 144 senior appearances and 26 goals for Manchester United.[1] As of early 2026, Garnacho, now 21 and standing 5'11" at 161 lbs, is linked with a potential transfer to Chelsea, where he is listed as a forward wearing number 49, amid reports questioning Manchester United's possible regret over any move.[2][3] These developments underscore his rising prominence in European football.[1][2]