Aston Villa open talks with Chelsea over Alejandro Garnacho move

Aston Villa have opened talks with Chelsea over a possible move for winger Alejandro Garnacho, according to a report published by Sky Sports on Tuesday, July 21, 2026.

The discussions are understood to centre on a potential loan, while Chelsea want any arrangement to include a route to a permanent transfer. No agreement has been announced, and neither club had confirmed a bid or deal at the time of writing.

Sky Sports reported that Chelsea would consider selling the 22-year-old Argentina international for £42.7 million (€50 million). The report also said Roma and clubs in Saudi Arabia have shown interest. Those details remain reported positions rather than official club statements.

Garnacho joined Chelsea from Manchester United in 2025 and is under contract at Stamford Bridge until 2032. His future has become a subject of renewed attention during the summer window after Chelsea's new head coach, Xabi Alonso, said at his unveiling that the club was working with the player and his representatives to find a suitable solution.

A move to Villa Park would give Unai Emery another wide attacking option as Aston Villa reshape their squad before the 2026-27 season. Talks can still change or end without a transfer, and the structure of any fee or loan obligation would require agreement between the clubs and the player.

The development was first treated by Sky Sports as breaking transfer news at 16:57 UK time on July 21. Further confirmation from Aston Villa, Chelsea or Garnacho's representatives is awaited.