Garnacho makes his Chelsea debut as Maresca backs him to start

Alejandro Garnacho made his first appearances for Chelsea this month after completing a 40 million pound move from Manchester United, coming off the bench in a 2-2 Premier League draw with Brentford on September 13 and again in a 3-1 Champions League defeat at Bayern Munich on September 17. The 21 year old, who was officially signed in August to a contract running until 2032, has already drawn attention for his squad number and for the scrutiny he faces from both supporters and his new manager.

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca said in a press conference before Saturday’s trip to Old Trafford that Garnacho has adapted well and is ready to start. "In the last two games, he was very good when he came on," Maresca said. "So we are happy with the way he has adapted to our style and what we want from the winger. I think he is ready to start." Maresca praised his substitute contributions against Brentford and Bayern but warned that facing his former club will be a charged occasion.

Garnacho marked his debut in Chelsea blue on social media, writing on his Instagram story that he was "Very happy to wear this shirt for the first time. See you Wednesday in UCL. Thanks for the support blues."...