Rio Ferdinand, the former Manchester United midfielder, relayed a telling anecdote about Alejandro Garnacho and Lionel Messi. Ferdinand recounted that Garnacho shared a story with him about the Argentine icon, highlighting Messi’s fearlessness in his public support for Ronaldo. According to Garnacho, Messi stopped following him because Garnacho openly backs Ronaldo. He reportedly told Ferdinand, I’m a Ronaldo fan. Who’s better? It’s Ronaldo. He would go out and not think twice about his stance, even when he was part of the Argentine national team, Ferdinand noted.
Garnacho has been on Manchester United’s books since July 2022. His contract with the club extends through the summer of 2028. In the current English Premier League season, Garnacho has appeared in 11 league games and has found the back of the net once. Market sources list the player’s value at around 25 million euros, and he has also scored a goal for the Argentina national team, underscoring his rising international profile. Despite his ongoing progress, that particular match did not showcase his best form.
Earlier reporting suggested Messi was not included in the MLS season’s list of standout players, a claim that adds another layer to the ongoing debates about form, recognition, and where star players are highlighted. Garnacho’s connection to Messi, whether through admiration or competitive inspiration, continues to draw attention from fans and pundits alike, as his career progresses in European football and his international appearances with Argentina.