Red Devils Remain Hopeful of Finding Ugarte Agreement
Manchester United are edging closer to wrapping up a deal for Manuel Ugarte, despite needing to make a final decision on Casemiro and Sofyan Amrabat’s futures at Old Trafford. According to GIVEMESPORT sources, the defensive midfielder is showing promise, and there’s hope within the club that a deal can be struck for no more than £45million.
Ugarte is currently competing in the Copa America, having started all four of Uruguay’s fixtures en route to the semi-finals. However, there’s ongoing uncertainty over where he’ll be plying his trade when the 2024/25 campaign gets underway. Manchester United’s plans to land Ugarte have been impacted by doubts over Casemiro and Amrabat’s futures, resulting in internal discussions over a potential deal being slightly delayed.
Uncertainty Over Casemiro and Amrabat Impacting Plans
Manchester United will look to take advantage of the loan market if they’re unable to acquire top defensive midfield target Ugarte, as Erik ten Hag is not content with his current options to partner academy graduate Kobbie Mainoo in the middle of the park. The Red Devils forked out an £8.5million fee to recruit Amrabat from Fiorentina on a temporary basis in September, but they opted against taking advantage of the £21.4million option to make the switch permanent and are mulling over whether to make a fresh move for the Morocco international.
GIVEMESPORT Sources: Manchester United Eager for Casemiro to Complete Saudi Pro League Move
Manchester United are eager for Casemiro to complete a transfer to the Saudi Pro League, GIVEMESPORT sources have been told, but they will refuse to budge on their valuation of Ugarte. Despite being compared to a younger N’Golo Kante, Manchester United have reached the top of their budget and are optimistic that a deal will be struck for the 23-year-old.
Exclusive: Man Utd Set Major Sell-on Clause After Agreeing £26m Deal
Manchester United will have the option to raise the sell-on clause written into the deal taking Mason Greenwood to Marseille. Follow us on all social media platforms for more updates!