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Ruggeri Tells Garnacho to Drop 'Arrogance' to Revive Argentina Chances

Ruggeri argues Garnacho’s attitude is blocking selection, with humility seen as the route back before 2026.

Overview

  • The 21-year-old left Manchester United for Chelsea in a late-window move reported at around £40 million, billed as a fresh start after tensions at Old Trafford.
  • His Chelsea stint has begun unevenly, with 331 minutes across seven appearances and a first goal arriving in a 2-1 home defeat to Sunderland.
  • Garnacho has not been called up by Argentina since November 2024, keeping him out of recent squads during the World Cup cycle.
  • Oscar Ruggeri said the winger is "no better than anyone else" and urged him to "come back down to earth," linking perceived arrogance to his omission.
  • Coach Lionel Scaloni previously attributed the non-selection to form and competition for places, while Ruggeri maintained a change in demeanor could prompt a recall.