Nicky Butt has launched a scathing attack on Alejandro Garnacho, accusing the former Manchester United winger of developing an inflated sense of self-importance and displaying a 'disgraceful' attitude during his final days at the club. The Argentine left Old Trafford for Chelsea in the summer after falling out with manager Ruben Amorim.
Speaking on 'The Good, The Bad & The Football' podcast, Butt, who was in charge of United's academy when Garnacho emerged, said: 'I thought he had an edge about him. And when he got into the first team - I will just say what I think because I was there - he got above his station way too quick. He got superstar status way too quick.'
Butt added that Garnacho's ability was not enough to excuse his behaviour. 'I don't think he is that great anyway, but I thought his attitude was a disgrace when he was at United. More importantly when he left, and if you completely disrespect your teammates and the football club when you leave, then that's it.'
Garnacho was benched for the Europa League final and reacted angrily on social media. He later shared photos of himself wearing an Aston Villa shirt with Marcus Rashford's name, making clear he wanted to leave. United were happy to facilitate the move, and Butt believes selling him was the right decision.
Since joining Chelsea, Garnacho has started 14 times but has struggled to make a consistent impact, with the club boasting a wealth of attacking options. Last week he appeared to delete all Chelsea-related posts from his TikTok account before running out for the Blues in their defeat to his former side, which cast further doubt on their Champions League qualification hopes.
