Ruben Amorim has been warned Alejandro Garnacho “doesn’t want to listen” and might be more effective as a substitute.
During Amorim’s disappointing debut against Ipswich on Sunday, the Manchester United youngster started in one of the dual creative roles, revealing some early hints of Amorim’s vision for the squad. The new Red Devils manager has been quick to apply his 3-4-3 formation, but it’s clear the players will require time to adjust.
Although Garnacho has become an integral part of the Red Devils’ squad, ex-United star Paul Parker suggests he should start from the bench for Thursday’s Europa League home clash against Bodo/Glimt under Amorim’s stewardship.
READ MORE: Arne Slot shows true colours with Jurgen Klopp comment after Liverpool beat Real Madrid
READ MORE: Ruud van Nistelrooy set to be named as the new Leicester City boss after leaving Man Utd
Despite positive comments from Amorim about Garnacho, Parker thinks the new gaffer should consider keeping the young winger as a reserve option. Speaking to bonuscodebets.co.uk, Parker said: “Football has become selfish and Garnacho needs a mentor but I don’t think he wants to listen.
“He’ll quickly become a big part player. Coming from the academy gives you a better start but then you’ve gotta prove the investment from the club was worth it,” reports the Mirror.
“People say Garnacho is young but I played with Ryan Giggs at that age and he was far and ahead. All the young players I played with were far ahead of him. Good decision makers and they listened to those around them. He’s playing for himself and he’s got to stop trying to impersonate other players and be his own player.”
He added: “We’ve already seen that Garnacho is better off the bench. He gets caught up and tries to do the most difficult thing when he starts games. He should be a simple player like Steve Coppell.
Don’t miss a thing with football updates!
Want to be on the ball with all of the latest football news? Well then sign up for the brilliant Daily Star Football email newsletter!
From the latest transfer news to breaking stories, get it all in your email inbox.
How do you sign up?
It only takes a matter of seconds.
Simply click on this link, then provide your email address and that’s it, job done. You’ll receive an email with all of the top football stories.
You can also sign up for our sport email, Off the Ball, for all the latest darts, boxing, snooker, F1 stories and more, right here
“He hasn’t got tricks to beat players but should try to grind players down with perseverance and work ethic. Garnacho in the 10 role doesn’t work because his decision-making is poor and he’s not explosive. He doesn’t get his head up enough.”
Despite ongoing discussions about his best position, the Argentine has impressed in spells this season, netting seven goals in 19 outings. This marks him as United’s top scorer, yet there’s continuous debate over how Garnacho should be utilised within Amorim’s strategy, with some voices advocating for a wing-back role.