Manchester United fans have been shocked at the transfer fee the Reds paid Atletico Madrid to sign youngster Alejandro Garnacho in 2020.
The 18-year-old joined United's academy less than three years ago and this campaign has seen Argentina's foray into the first team, making 33 appearances, scoring five goals and providing five assists. .
This season has been a success for United in Erik ten Hag's first campaign as manager with a guaranteed Champions League spot as well as lifting the League Cup in February.
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However, more success could come this afternoon when United host city rivals Manchester City in the first ever Manchester Derby FA Cup final.
The Red Devils will look to win their 13th FA Cup at Wembley while ending their rivals' hopes of a treble when Pep Guardiola's men face Inter Milan next Saturday in the Champions League final after Premier League champion. title for the third consecutive season. Garnacho will play a role at Wembley this afternoon, with the youngster instantly becoming the fan favorite at Old Trafford, with the teenager's future sure to be particularly bright.
Incredibly, the winger was able to sign for United with just £100,000 in compensation from Atletico Madrid, according to Athletic.
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They allege that scout Gerardo Guzman identified the youngster with David Harrison, the Reds' youth recruitment director, with director of football John Murtough approving the discount deal.
Fans praised the club for signing Garnacho, with one saying:
"The biggest deal ever."
Another added:
"That's what we need to do rather than constantly waste £100m on players."
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The third person responded:
"Spend wisely. I can't remember the last time we spent wisely."
Some even joked that the money spent to buy Garnacho was equal to the weekly salary of some of his teammates. The 18-year-old is certainly in Ten Hag's future plans, with the Argentinian recently signing a lucrative five-year deal with the Dutchman looking to restore glory to the red half. into Manchester.
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