August 22nd 2024.
Manchester United is currently in the process of securing their fifth signing for the upcoming season. Coach Erik ten Hag remains optimistic and assures that the team is putting in tremendous effort to finalize the deal with Manuel Ugarte, who is expected to join the squad soon.
The team has already welcomed four new players this summer - Joshua Zirkzee, Leny Yoro, Matthijs de Ligt, and Noussair Mazraoui - adding depth and talent to their roster. However, they have their sights set on recruiting a new midfielder and have been in discussions with Paris Saint-Germain to acquire Ugarte in a deal worth €60 million. The transfer is in its final stages and will result in a permanent transfer or a loan with an obligation to buy next year.
As they prepare for their Premier League match against Brighton on Saturday, ten Hag urges fans to be patient and trust the team's efforts. He emphasizes their determination to build the best squad possible and assures that they will continue to improve as long as opportunities arise. When asked about Ugarte specifically, ten Hag says, "When we have news, we will announce it."
In their previous game against Fulham, Mazraoui, de Ligt, and Zirkzee all made their debut appearances, with Zirkzee scoring the winning goal. However, one notable absence from the squad was Jadon Sancho. When questioned about this, ten Hag explains that Sancho had been dealing with an ear infection leading up to the game but also mentions that he preferred other players for the match.
Despite their rocky history, Sancho and ten Hag seem to have put their differences aside, and Sancho featured in the team's pre-season matches. However, there have been recent reports of Chelsea showing interest in the player with only eight days left in the transfer window. While ten Hag is open to having more options in the squad, he stresses the importance of having the right attitude and handling selection decisions professionally.
When asked if Sancho will return to the squad this weekend, ten Hag says, "We will see." He goes on to explain that they have a large squad and will need all players throughout the season. It is crucial for each player to have a positive attitude and accept their role in the team, as the ultimate goal is to win as a squad. With the season just beginning, ten Hag expects all players to be highly motivated and focused on achieving success as a team.
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