Paul Scholes says Alejandro Garnacho reminded him of a “young Cristiano Ronaldo” in Manchester United’s 3-0 over FC Sheriff Tiraspol in the Europa League on Thursday.
The 18-year-old was handed his full senior debut by Erik ten Hag in front of a packed Old Trafford who gave him rapturous applause when he was substituted in the second-half. The attacker produced some stylish pieces of play, worrying the backline, frequently causing defenders to back-track.
Garnacho’s energetic performance was also acknowledged by idol Cristiano Ronaldo, who gave him a warm embrace and words of encouragement at full-time. The teenager has been part of Ten Hag’s senior training squad this season and showed everyone why against Sheriff.
