Alejandro Garnacho, a pivotal player under Erik ten Hag at Manchester United, has caught the eye of supporters with a change in his squad number ahead of the upcoming season.

During Manchester United’s promotional campaign for the 2024/25 kit, fans noticed Garnacho sporting a new number on his shorts, opting for number 6 instead of his usual 17. This alteration, possibly influenced by logistical reasons as number 17 is occupied by Lisandro Martinez, suggests a shift in Garnacho’s on-field identity.

Last summer, Garnacho embraced the number 17 to mirror Cristiano Ronaldo’s initial jersey at Sporting Lisbon, following Fred’s departure. His dedication to Ronaldo extends to the Copa America, where he represents Argentina, albeit facing light-hearted teasing from teammates.

Beyond the symbolic change in number, Garnacho remains focused on enhancing his performance. He impressively tallied ten goals and five assists across all competitions last season, marking significant progress from his earlier achievements.