MU Transfer News 29/8: Garnacho Moves to Chelsea; Red Devils Seek New Goalkeeper

Fabrizio Romano confirms Garnacho's arrival at Chelsea, MU's disappointment with Onana's performance,... are the key MU transfer updates on the morning of 29/8.

Another MU Star Preparing to Leave Old Trafford

Tyrell Malacia is close to departing Manchester United as La Liga club Elche intensifies talks to loan the Dutch left-back for the 2025/26 season. According to Voetbal International, Elche has made an official offer and Malacia has expressed his desire to move for more regular playing time.

The 26-year-old defender joined MU from Feyenoord in 2022 but suffered a long-term injury, missing the entire 2024/25 season and playing only 696 minutes since 2023. Despite interest from Roma, Besiktas, Porto, and Lille, Malacia repeatedly declined, but Elche convinced him with promises of a starting role. Malacia is among the players MU plans to offload alongside Antony, Jadon Sancho, and Alejandro Garnacho, reflecting manager Ruben Amorim’s strong rebuilding strategy.

MU Nears Signing Senne Lammens as Onana’s Replacement

Manchester United is finalizing the deal to sign goalkeeper Senne Lammens from Royal Antwerp for 20 million Euros. The transfer urgency increased after Andre Onana’s disappointing performance in the Carabao Cup second round loss to Grimsby Town, where he made errors leading to both goals and failed to save MU in the penalty shootout.

Manager Ruben Amorim defended his player, stating the defeat was a collective failure, but pressure on Onana is mounting following a poor start to the season. MU is accelerating negotiations to outpace Inter and Galatasaray, who are also interested in the 23-year-old keeper. If signed, Lammens could immediately compete for the number one spot, strengthening the Red Devils’ defense during a crucial part of the campaign.

Antony Ready to “Take Off” from Manchester

Antony’s future at MU appears nearly over as he has moved out of his Hale mansion and into a hotel near Manchester Airport, ready to leave at any moment. According to The Sun, Real Betis is negotiating a loan deal for Antony with a 3 million Pounds fee and a 33 million Pounds option to buy in summer 2026.

MU hoped to sell Antony permanently this summer but had to settle for a long-term loan. Signed from Ajax for 85 million Pounds in 2022, Antony has scored only 12 goals in 96 appearances, falling short of expectations. Joining Betis offers the Brazilian star a chance to revive his career, especially aiming for a spot at the 2026 World Cup.

Here we go! Garnacho Parts Ways with MU, Joins Chelsea

Fabrizio Romano confirms Alejandro Garnacho officially leaves MU to join Chelsea for a 40 million Pounds fee, including a 10% sell-on clause. The 21-year-old signed a 7-year contract with the Blues, ending a tense relationship with manager Ruben Amorim after publicly criticizing his limited playing time.

Although Bayern Munich and some Arab clubs showed interest, Garnacho only wanted to play for Chelsea. The deal sparked controversy as many MU fans believe the price undervalues the young talent, while Chelsea is seen as the “big winner” in the negotiation.

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