Alejandro Garnacho has subtly criticised Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag following his early exit at Bournemouth.

The 19-year-old was withdrawn at half-time during the 2-2 draw at the Vitality Stadium with the Red Devils trailing.

Garnacho was taken off at half-time as United dropped points against Bournemouth

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Garnacho was taken off at half-time as United dropped points against BournemouthCredit: Getty

Speaking following another disappointing display from the Red Devils, Ten Hag was asked whether the Argentina international’s withdrawal was due to an injury issue.

To which the Dutchman simply stated: “No.”

And it appears Garnacho has taken umbrage to being substituted, where he liked two social media posts from United fan and talkSPORT presenter Mark Goldbridge.

The messages slammed Ten Hag’s handling of the winger, while also insisting that other players deserved to be taken off before Garnacho.

One of Goldbridge‘s posts read: “Garnacho has been one of our best players this season.

“Poor first half but taking him off at half-time and holding him up as the problem is a joke. Many have done much worse week in week out and are still out there.”

And after Ten Hag’s comments to the media, Goldbridge said: “Ten Hag subtly blaming Garnacho in the post match press conference…

“Not a good look throwing a 19-year-old under the bus who has actually delivered for you this season.

Garnacho doesn't appear to be pleased following his early exit at the Vitality Stadium

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Garnacho doesn’t appear to be pleased following his early exit at the Vitality StadiumCredit: X: @agarnacho7

“But then again he’s clearly scared of upsetting the bigger earners.”

Garnacho also took to his Instagram story to react to United’s draw, where he shared a picture of himself looking down at the pitch with a shocked emoji.

Martin Keown slams Manchester United and Alejandro Garnacho for their celebrations and poor defending during shock defeat against Chelsea

Despite his annoyance at Ten Hag’s decision, the youngster has appeared in 42 matches in all competitions this season, where he has become a starter under his tutelage.

But it remains to be seen how the ex-Ajax manager will react to his social media activity, with the forward not the only player to call him out online this term.

In September, Jadon Sancho hit out at Ten Hag where he reacted furiously amid claims that he had been under-performing in training.

Sancho ultimately wasn’t included in another matchday squad, which led to him joining Borussia Dortmund on loan in January.


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