Alejandro Garnacho to Treat Teammates to Dinner After Frustrated Substitution Reaction

Manchester United winger Alejandro Garnacho will buy dinner for his teammates as an apology for his frustrated reaction after being substituted in Wednesday’s match against Ipswich Town.

The young Argentine was withdrawn from the game following Patrick Dorgu’s red card, as manager Ruben Amorim opted to bring on Noussair Mazraoui.

Visibly disappointed, Garnacho walked straight down the tunnel and later posted an image of himself looking upset in the rain.

Amorim, addressing the situation, explained that Garnacho has taken responsibility for his actions and will treat the squad to a meal.

Amorim’s Investigation and Response

Amorim shared details of his discussion with Garnacho, saying, “He came to me the next day. It was funny because he came to my office, and I did some investigations. He went to the dressing room, changed his clothes because he was wet, watched the game from another place, and was present at the end before going home.”

The United manager emphasized the significance of perception at a club like Manchester United. “I told him that at Manchester United, everything is important, and perception at a big club is really important. He is going to pay for a dinner for the team, and that’s it.”

Learning Experience for the Young Winger

Amorim believes this experience will help Garnacho grow as a player. “He is a young kid that will learn,” the manager said. “

The important thing is that the next morning he was speaking with me. We need to see the small things in walking out of the pitch. The players have to understand the perception here is really important.”

Referencing a similar past incident involving Joshua Zirkzee, who also walked down the tunnel after being substituted against Newcastle, Amorim pointed out the challenges players face in modern football.

He explained that the increased influence of social media makes players more aware of criticism, which affects their reactions.

Garnacho’s Fitness for Upcoming Matches

Despite picking up a knock against Ipswich, Garnacho is expected to be fit for Sunday’s FA Cup fifth-round clash against Fulham at Old Trafford.

Amorim provided an update, saying, “He has a knock. When he went to shoot, he was blocked inside the box. I expect him to be ready, but we will see.”

However, he does not anticipate any of United’s other injured players to return in time for the match.

Dorgu’s Red Card Incident

Regarding Patrick Dorgu’s red card on his home league debut for a reckless challenge on Omari Hutchinson, Amorim said there was no need for a formal discussion.

“It is business as usual, no big deal,” he commented. “Of course, you don’t want a sending-off because it is difficult to play with 10 men, then you lose the player for three games. He already knows.”

The manager confirmed that Dorgu will be available for United’s Europa League match against Real Sociedad next Thursday.

Roy Keane’s Criticism of Bruno Fernandes

Amorim also responded to former Manchester United captain Roy Keane’s criticism of Bruno Fernandes’ leadership. Keane had remarked that “talent is not enough” in a recent interview.

Addressing these comments, Amorim defended Fernandes, saying, “I heard about that. I have a different opinion. Bruno is really important for us in the club, especially for me. I know sometimes he does things as a captain, like with his arms, and sometimes you see it like criticizing teammates. I think most of all, it’s a lot of frustration from this year and the last year.”

He added, “Everybody has an opinion. Roy Keane has big standards from his time, and it’s normal to have an opinion. But my opinion is different, and it’s more important because I am the coach. I think he is doing things quite well.”

Garnacho’s Growth and Future

Garnacho’s reaction and subsequent apology highlight the pressures young footballers face at a top club. Amorim stressed that players must learn to manage frustrations while understanding the public perception surrounding their actions.

Despite the incident, the manager expressed confidence in Garnacho’s development and reiterated his commitment to helping young players improve.

“I know the players quite well. I understand they are frustrated. He was subbed, he was playing well. I am just trying to help them to be better players.”

With a lesson learned and a dinner planned for his teammates, Garnacho will look to move forward positively, focusing on the upcoming FA Cup tie against Fulham and the remainder of the season.