**Oscar Ruggeri Urges Chelsea Star Alejandro Garnacho to ‘Come Down to Earth’ for Argentina Call-Up**
Former Argentina defender and 1986 World Cup winner Oscar Ruggeri has opened up about Chelsea attacker Alejandro Garnacho, emphasizing the importance of grounding the young star to secure a spot in La Albiceleste’s squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Garnacho, who has made eight senior appearances for Argentina and provided one assist, was last called up in November 2024 for the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers. However, he was not part of the nation’s 2022 World Cup-winning squad. As the Mundial approaches next year, Ruggeri has expressed concerns about Garnacho’s attitude and approach.
Speaking to GOAL, Ruggeri stated, “He’s no better than anyone else, you’re a football player, enjoy it, but you shouldn’t be so full of yourself. It’s pointless because you miss out on so much. Someone has to bring him down to earth. They’re not calling him up to the national team. If he comes back down to earth like he was, they’ll call him up again because he’s phenomenal on the pitch.”
**Garnacho’s Club Journey: From Manchester United to Chelsea**
Alejandro Garnacho rose through Manchester United’s academy and made a notable impact, registering 26 goals and 22 assists across 144 senior appearances for the Red Devils. However, after experiencing a falling out with head coach Ruben Amorim, Garnacho made a high-profile move to Chelsea during the summer transfer window for a reported fee of £40 million.
Since joining Chelsea, Garnacho has made seven appearances across competitions, starting five of those games. He has scored one goal so far, which came in a 2-1 Premier League loss to Sunderland at Stamford Bridge on October 25.
**Chelsea Manager Enzo Maresca Comments on Garnacho’s Progress**
Ahead of Chelsea’s EFL Cup Fourth Round clash against Wolverhampton Wanderers at Molineux Stadium on October 29, Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca offered an update on Garnacho’s condition. The attacker was not included in the match-day squad for the game.
Speaking to Fotmob, Maresca said, “Garna is doing well. Garna is another player who we are trying to manage a little bit physically because he arrived here from United not 100% in his physical condition. He is working hard every day, he is getting better and better, and in this moment we are happy with the way he is playing.”
**Chelsea’s EFL Cup Victory and Upcoming Fixtures**
In the EFL Cup Fourth Round tie, Chelsea secured a thrilling 4-3 victory over Wolves. Goals from Andre Santos (5′), Tyrique George (15′), Estevao (41′), and Jamie Gittens (89′) helped the Blues edge past their rivals. Wolverhampton’s goals came from Tolu Arokodare (48′) and David Moller Wolfe (73′, 90+1′).
Chelsea now face Cardiff City away in the quarter-finals of the competition as they look to continue their cup run.
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Alejandro Garnacho remains a player with immense potential both at club and international level, but according to Oscar Ruggeri, some humility and a grounded mindset may be key if the young attacker hopes to represent Argentina again on football’s biggest stage.
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