Last month, Sport Witness reported Manchester United have included Paris Saint-Germain’s Manuel Ugarte in their target list.
On July 10th, Foot Mercato stated the midfielder would be open to the idea of joining the Red Devils as he’s no longer a key part of Luis Enrique’s plans next season.
Uruguay Fichajes took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to state that Manchester United will take further steps to sign the 23-year-old this summer.
Ugarte impressed for Uruguay at the Copa América, where they finished third. He is now on a holiday, while there’s work going on behind the scenes to sort out his future.
Uruguay Fichajes say Manchester United have already received the former Sporting star’s approval to arrive at Old Trafford in this window.
Erik ten Hag’s side held several discussions with the Ligue 1 winners and the report adds they will table the ‘first official offer’ in the ‘coming days’.
The Uruguay international’s deal lasts until 2028 and Uruguay Fichajes add the fee should be around €35m. It may be possible for PSG to request a higher amount as his current valuation, as per Transfermarkt, is €45m.
Either way, PSG could be open to parting ways with Ugarte as they are keen to strengthen their midfield with Benfica’s João Neves.
