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[Saba Sports News] According to British media reports, Manchester United players feel regret and pity that Alejandro Garnacho was heavily criticized by fans upon his return to Old Trafford. The 21-year-old Garnacho was placed on the bench at the start of the Europa League final against Tottenham Hotspur at the end of last season, which led to a breakdown in his relationship with United’s manager, Ruben Amorim. After the match, he expressed frustration and criticized the team, leading Amorim to tell him to find a new club. In last week’s match between Chelsea and Manchester United, although Garnacho did not play, he was verbally abused by fans during warm-up and when leaving the pitch, due to being perceived as lacking loyalty. Additionally, he was seen avoiding a handshake with Leny Yoro during warm-up, but some senior players in the dressing room privately sympathized with the treatment he received. A source said: “Garnacho is a very talented lad, but it’s undeniable he could be a troublesome figure during his time at United. Several senior players tried to talk to him; he listened sometimes, but ignored them at other times. However, many players feel sorry for the treatment he received upon returning to Old Trafford. While it’s not unexpected, they believe he is just a young man who has been poorly advised by those around him.” Many players have left the club under worse circumstances, but he has faced unusually fierce criticism.