September 4th 2025.
Alejandro Garnacho had a lot on his mind as he watched Chelsea's win over Fulham from the stands. Having recently completed a £40 million move from Manchester United, the Argentine winger was excited to see his new team in action. However, not everyone was impressed with Garnacho's behavior during the match.
One of his critics was former Liverpool player Jamie Carragher, who noticed Garnacho playing on his phone while the game was going on. Carragher, who was sitting next to Roy Keane, was quick to point out this lack of focus and dedication from the new Chelsea player. In fact, Carragher went as far as to label Garnacho a "miss" in terms of transfers, despite him not even having played for the team yet.
Garnacho's decision to join Chelsea was met with both praise and criticism, as there were other offers on the table, including one from Bayern Munich. However, the 21-year-old was determined to join Chelsea and be a part of their impressive squad of 10 new signings. And even though he didn't get to play in the match against Fulham, he was still excited to be a part of the team and support them from the stands.
But it wasn't just Carragher who noticed Garnacho's behavior. The television cameras also captured him looking down at his phone during the match. This did not sit well with Carragher, who believes that players should be fully focused on the game, even if they are not on the pitch. He expressed his disapproval to Keane, who also shared his sentiment.
Despite the criticism, Garnacho has the potential to be a valuable player for Chelsea. He will face tough competition for a spot in the first-team, with fellow summer signing Jamie Gittens and other players vying for the same position. But this competition is exactly what Chelsea legend Joe Cole believes Garnacho needs in order to reach his full potential. He also advised Garnacho to focus on his game and not let outside distractions affect him.
Another factor that may have contributed to Garnacho's behavior on the stands is the pressure that comes with being a big-money signing. However, Cole believes that Chelsea is a good environment for the young player to grow and improve. And with the right mindset and determination, Garnacho can become a top player for the team.
As for the current state of the transfer window, it has been a record-breaking one with several big deals being completed. But only time will tell if Garnacho's move to Chelsea will be seen as a successful one. For now, he must focus on training and proving himself to his new team.
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