Tottenham Hotspur’s attempt to acquire Alejandro Garnacho from Manchester United adds to the chaos of their transfer window. After missing out on Bayern Munich’s Mathys Tel, Spurs shifted their focus to the 20-year-old Argentine winger, but it’s unclear whether he would consider a move to North London. Reports suggest that United are willing to sell for around £60 million, with Chelsea and Napoli also showing interest.

Tottenham’s approach to the transfer market has been a blend of ambition and urgency. Their initial offer for Garnacho was reportedly a loan deal, which contrasts sharply with United’s stance of cashing in on the young winger. Given Spurs’ long-standing interest, a more structured approach to negotiations could have yielded better results.

Spurs’ interest in Garnacho appears to have intensified after their £50m agreement with Bayern for Mathys Tel fell through. Although terms were agreed with Bayern, talks between Tel and his representatives became problematic. Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy was even seen in Bavaria, working to finalize the deal before other Premier League clubs intervened.

United Holds the Upper Hand

For United, Garnacho’s future is complicated. Despite solid performances—such as his key substitute role in United’s 2-0 win over Steaua Bucharest—his position at Old Trafford remains uncertain. With 121 appearances since his debut in 2022, the 20-year-old is still one of United’s brightest prospects. However, with Chelsea reportedly preparing an official offer and Napoli having previously made a £50m bid, United is in a strong position to control the situation. Chelsea’s interest and Napoli’s persistence could increase the price, and United’s response has been to set a £65m asking price, making Spurs’ initial loan approach seem unfeasible.

Tottenham’s Injury Woes and Transfer Challenges

One reason why Garnacho is appealing to Tottenham is their ongoing injury crisis. Dominic Solanke is out for six weeks, while Wilson Odobert, Brennan Johnson, and Timo Werner are also sidelined. This has left Ange Postecoglou scrambling for reinforcements, but time is running out. Spurs are in need of attacking depth, but persuading Garnacho to leave Old Trafford for a club in transition presents a significant challenge.

Personal terms are often the final hurdle in any transfer, and in the case of Tel, they proved decisive. It’s confirmed that “With personal terms being the final obstacle to complete the transfer, Tel rejected the move, delivering a blow to Tottenham.” If Spurs are serious about Garnacho, they will need to present a compelling offer—not just financially, but also in terms of his role in the team.

Tottenham’s Transfer Strategy Under Scrutiny

Spurs fans are likely to feel uneasy about the club’s transfer strategy. While Garnacho would be a great signing, Tottenham’s tendency to act late in the transfer window, often responding to rather than planning for needs, is concerning. Their pursuit of Mathys Tel was promising, but the failure to secure him has highlighted a lack of foresight.

United fans might have mixed feelings. On one hand, selling Garnacho would bring in significant revenue, but on the other, losing such a talented young winger to a domestic rival—especially Chelsea—could prove costly. Garnacho has the potential to be a game-changer, and watching him excel elsewhere would sting.

For now, Spurs find themselves in a vulnerable position. If they miss out on Garnacho, they might be forced into a last-minute panic buy, a scenario that has plagued them in previous windows. Whether Garnacho himself sees Tottenham as a step forward remains a question.