Alejandro Garnacho has issued an apology after being found guilty of a speeding offence committed last August, shortly before his move to Chelsea.

The 21-year-old winger was handed a £660 fine and three penalty points on his driving licence after admitting the offence at Liverpool Magistrates’ Court. The incident took place on August 26, just days before he completed his transfer from Manchester United.

Garnacho was caught driving at 50mph in a 40mph zone in his Audi RS 3, with the speed camera located near United’s Carrington training ground.

In a statement delivered through his legal representatives, the Argentine accepted responsibility for the mistake, explaining that it was an unintentional lapse. He expressed regret over the situation and acknowledged feeling embarrassed about the incident, while also offering an apology to the court for exceeding the speed limit.

The case initially included an additional allegation that Garnacho failed to respond to correspondence from Greater Manchester Police requesting confirmation of the driver’s identity. However, that charge was withdrawn after he admitted to the speeding offence.

The matter comes after a turbulent period in his career, with Garnacho having been sidelined at United last summer before securing his move to Chelsea. His final appearance for the Red Devils came off the bench in their Europa League final defeat to Tottenham.

Since joining Chelsea, he has featured 20 times in the Premier League, scoring once, and has made 36 appearances across all competitions. His latest outing came as a half-time substitute in last weekend’s 3-0 loss away to Everton.

Manchester United are preparing to step up their interest in Sandro Tonali with a formal move expected at the end of the season, as they look to strengthen their midfield options.

The 25-year-old has been a standout performer for Newcastle United since arriving from AC Milan in 2023 for £55 million. Tonali quickly became a key figure at St James’ Park, playing a major role in Newcastle’s Carabao Cup success last season and their run to the Champions League round of 16 this term.

His consistency hasn’t gone unnoticed across Europe. Arsenal were reportedly exploring a late move in January, and now United appear ready to take concrete action.

The club is prioritising midfield reinforcements ahead of the summer, with Tonali emerging as their leading target to replace Casemiro, who is expected to depart Old Trafford.

United have also been monitoring Adam Wharton and Elliot Anderson, but Tonali is believed to be the preferred option. Reports suggest even club captain Bruno Fernandes has been impressed by the Italian’s performances under Eddie Howe.

With three years remaining on his contract — plus an option for an additional year — Newcastle are under no pressure to sell. It’s understood they would demand a fee in the region of £80 million for one of their most important players, who has missed just two league games all season.

Tonali’s future could hinge on whether Newcastle secure Champions League qualification. His agent, Giuseppe Riso, hinted that a decision will be made after the season, noting that while the midfielder is committed, the situation could evolve depending on how things finish.

Meanwhile, Howe has played down speculation, insisting Tonali remains fully focused and dedicated to the club, emphasizing that his mindset has always been about the team rather than personal matters.

15-year-old Rikelme De Almeida has unexpectedly found himself in the spotlight — not just for his footballing ability, but for his striking resemblance to Lamine Yamal.

The Athletico Paranaense prospect has gone viral across social media, with fans stunned by how closely he mirrors the Barcelona star in both facial features and overall style.

At first glance, many could easily mistake one for the other.

Interestingly, the similarities don’t stop at appearance. Like Yamal, the young talent also looks up to Neymar, drawing inspiration from the Brazilian icon’s flair and creativity on the pitch.

While the buzz may have started with his lookalike status, Rikelme is beginning to attract attention for his own potential. With talent, confidence, and a growing reputation, he’s definitely a name worth keeping an eye on in the coming years.