Alejandro Garnacho has officially joined Chelsea, signing a contract with the club that extends through 2032, following his transfer from Manchester United. The argentine winger’s first interview as a Blue was conducted at a location steeped in personal history: stamford Bridge.
Garnacho was present to witness Chelsea’s 2-0 victory over Fulham, but the stadium held deeper significance as the backdrop for his introductory interview. The choice of location was a nod to a memorable moment from his earlier career – famously perching on the advertising hoardings during his first visit to Stamford bridge as an opposing player, an image the club recreated for his official declaration.
The 21-year-old discussed his reasons for choosing Chelsea, referencing circulated childhood photos of him wearing Chelsea training gear and expressing admiration for former Chelsea star Eden Hazard. garnacho also shared his ambitions for the upcoming season and reflected on his previous experiences playing at Stamford Bridge, where he scored twice during his first appearance at the venue. The full interview is available for viewing by signing in to the official Chelsea website.