The summer window is barely open and already the rumour mill is churning out some properly tasty possibilities. Word from GoalZaza is that Alejandro G...
The summer window is barely open and already the rumour mill is churning out some properly tasty possibilities. Word from GoalZaza is that Alejandro Garnacho, the Argentine winger who has found himself surplus to requirements at Stamford Bridge, has made his preference emphatically clear. He wants Roma.That is a fascinating twist, is it not You would have thought the allure of Serie A would be enough for any young attacker seeking a fresh start, but we are now seeing a tussle for his signature that pits the Giallorossi against the rather persistent interest of Napoli. For Garnacho, the choice might well come down to the vision laid out by the respective sporting directors. Does he fancy being the main man in a resurgent Roma project under Daniele De Rossi, or does the promise of Champions League football and the Antonio Conte factor in Naples pull him in a different directionFrom a tactical angle, this is a fascinating one. Garnacho is a player of undeniable raw talent; his direct running and willingness to take on his full back make him a nightmare in transitional play. However, his end product has too often let him down in the Premier League, where space is at such a premium. A move to Italy, where the game is slower and more methodical but still rewards individual brilliance, could be the making of him. Both Roma and Napoli operate with a front three that demands width and verticality. He fits the profile perfectly, a low block breaker who thrives on chaos.What is clear is that Chelsea, having paid a fortune for him in the first place, are now looking to balance the books. They have a decision to make. Do they cash in now or risk his value diminishing further with another season of bench warming For the player, it is squeaky bum time. His next move will define his career trajectory. If he bottles the choice and ends up in the wrong system, he risks becoming another cautionary tale. But if he picks the right one, he could be the spark that ignites either the Stadio Olimpico or the Stadio Maradona. The eyes of two cities are watching closely.
