Manchester United have taken disciplinary action against winger Alejandro Garnacho following his controversial Instagram post on June 22, 2025, where he was pictured wearing an Aston Villa shirt with Marcus Rashford’s name and number during a holiday in Ibiza.
The 20-year-old’s post, which sparked fury among fans and was perceived as a dig at manager Ruben Amorim, has led to a significant response from the club’s board, as revealed by transfer expert Fabrizio Romano on June 23, 2025.
Contrary to fan expectations of a lenient reaction, United have imposed a fine and excluded Garnacho from their pre-season tour of the United States, signaling a firm stance on his behavior.
Garnacho’s post, part of a series of holiday snaps, drew immediate backlash, with fans on social media branding it “disrespectful” and “madness” for a United player to wear a rival’s kit, especially one linked to Rashford, who is on loan at Aston Villa after falling out with Amorim.
Romano, in his GIVEMESPORT newsletter, clarified that United’s board was “seething” and acted swiftly, fining Garnacho an undisclosed amount and confirming he will train alone at Carrington with other outcasts like Antony and Jadon Sancho if he doesn’t secure a transfer before the tour begins in July.
Romano emphasized that the club viewed the post as a deliberate act, not merely support for Rashford, as some sources suggested to BBC Sport.
The internet erupted, with fans like @MUFCTruth posting, “Garnacho’s done himself no favors—time to go!” Others, like @RedDevilsForever, expressed mixed feelings, noting his 11 goals and 10 assists in 58 appearances last season but criticizing his immaturity. Former Watford captain Troy Deeney even urged Bruno Fernandes to “smash” Garnacho in training, branding him a “little dope” on talkSPORT.
The disciplinary action aligns with Amorim’s ruthless overhaul, with Garnacho, Rashford, Sancho, and Antony all greenlit for sales, though United’s £50 million move to Arsenal for Garnacho is now complete, potentially softening the blow.
United’s response, per Romano, reflects a desire to curb dressing room unrest, especially after their 15th-place finish and Europa League final loss. With £295.5 million spent on Harry Kane, Viktor Gyökeres, and Bryan Mbeumo, the board is prioritizing squad harmony.
Fans remain divided, with some demanding harsher measures, while others lament losing a talent like Garnacho, whose exit to Arsenal looms as a bitter pill.