Manchester United are on the verge of completing their fifth major signing of the summer, as Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Manuel Ugarte is set to join the club. The Uruguay international was spotted at Carrington late last night, ahead of his £51 million transfer, with a medical expected to take place this morning.
The Sun captured images of Ugarte and his representatives at United’s training base, signaling the final steps of the move. The deal includes an additional £8.5 million in potential add-ons, dependent on performance-related clauses.
This summer, United have already invested £155 million in new signings, bringing in forward Joshua Zirkzee and defensive talents Leny Yoro, Matthijs de Ligt, and Noussair Mazraoui. Ugarte will add further depth to Erik ten Hag’s squad as they look to bounce back from a mixed start to the Premier League season.
After a narrow 1-0 win against Fulham on the opening day, United suffered a 2-1 defeat to Brighton & Hove Albion last weekend. As they prepare to face arch-rivals Liverpool at home on Sunday, Ten Hag might consider throwing Ugarte straight into the starting lineup.
The funding for Ugarte’s transfer was secured through the sale of academy graduate Scott McTominay to Napoli for £25 million, representing pure profit for the club. With the summer transfer deadline fast approaching, United are closing in on their fifth signing and could still add more reinforcements.
In another potential move, Chelsea’s Raheem Sterling has been linked with a swap deal that would see Jadon Sancho heading to Stamford Bridge. United’s sporting director, Dan Ashworth, is reportedly keen on bringing Sterling to Old Trafford. The 29-year-old England international is open to the transfer, and discussions between the two clubs have already taken place. His addition could significantly enhance United’s attacking options as they aim for a more potent strike force.
