MANCHESTER UNITED wonderkid Alejandro Garnacho has taken a summer break in Ibiza after an impressive term that saw him gaining Lionel Messi’s respect.
Garnacho, 17, starred for United’s Under-18s last season and played a crucial role in the reserves’ FA Youth Cup triumph with 14 goals and six assists in 34 appearances across all competitions.
The winger also made two senior appearances for the Red Devils and his overall performances led to a surprise call-up by Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni.
Even though the 17-year-old never started for United’s first team he still managed to train with seven-time Ballon d’Or winner Messi, who was very impressed with his skills.
After a busy campaign, Garnacho decided to wind down with a holiday in Ibiza.
The Argentina international linked up with some pals and took to Spain on a yacht.
The forward shared some snaps on Instagram showing him getting some sun and enjoying his time with jet skis.
Garnacho joined United from Atletico Madrid in 2020 and quickly started to turn heads.
The Manchester giants were said to have fought off Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund to secure his signature.
The Argentine ace was called the “jewel” of Atletico’s academy and the Spanish giants let him go with a heavy heart.
The versatile attacker is obsessed with team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo, who returned to Old Trafford last summer.
Joining United was said to be an easy decision for Garnacho, because it has allowed him to follow in Ronaldo’s footsteps.
The Manchester giants are set to offer him a new lucrative deal as his current contract runs out next year.
Real are said to be keeping tabs on Garnacho and could swoop in if a renewal isn’t reached.
