August 13th 2024.
It has been a busy summer for Manchester United as they have been working tirelessly to secure a deal for promising midfielder Manuel Ugarte. The Red Devils have identified the 23-year-old as a top target and are eager to add him to their squad before the transfer window closes.
However, recent reports from France suggest that Ugarte's current club, Paris Saint-Germain, may be causing some roadblocks in the negotiations. According to sources, PSG's head coach Luis Enrique has been leaving Ugarte out of training matches, along with two other players, indicating that the Uruguayan's future may lie elsewhere.
United's interest in Ugarte comes as no surprise, with manager Erik ten Hag keen on bringing in a new central midfielder. Despite the player's clear desire to join the Premier League side and having already agreed personal terms, the two clubs have yet to reach an agreement on a transfer fee. PSG initially demanded a hefty €70 million, but have now lowered their asking price to €60 million.
Ugarte joined PSG from Sporting CP last year in a €60 million deal and went on to make 27 appearances in all competitions. However, it seems that he did not impress Luis Enrique enough to earn a spot in the starting lineup for the crucial Champions League semi-final against Borussia Dortmund.
As the situation with Ugarte remains uncertain, United are now considering alternative options, including Burnley midfielder Sander Berge, who would come at a lower cost. The Red Devils are also on the verge of announcing the signings of Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui from Bayern Munich. The two players are said to have travelled to Manchester on Monday to finalize their moves, with United having agreed on fees of €45 million and €20 million, respectively.
Meanwhile, United have also been active on the selling front, with right-back Aaron Wan-Bissaka completing his £15 million move to West Ham on Tuesday. As the transfer window draws to a close, United fans can expect more news, exclusives, and analysis from the club, as they continue to build a strong and competitive team.
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