“Man United refused due to doubts about the midfielder’s fitness.”, — write: football.ua
November 18, 2025, 1:57 p.m
Chelsea offered to include Lavia in the deal for Garnacho Man United refused due to doubts about the midfielder’s fitness.
Romeo Lavia, Getty Images November 18, 2025, 1:57 p.m
The Mancunians rejected the idea due to concerns about the Belgian’s fitness.
In the current season of the Premier League, Lavia played only 4 matches without productive actions.
The refusal was part of a complex negotiation between the clubs, where Chelsea tried to reduce the transfer fee for Garnacho, but Man Utd remained adamant. In the end, the clubs agreed on 40 million pounds.
Earlier it was reported that Chelsea agreed on the transfer of 16-year-old Ordoñez.