Manuel Ugarte Breaks the Internet with Twitter Post Ahead of Manchester United Transfer – Team-Mate Responds
Manchester United fans are ecstatic after midfielder Manuel Ugarte posted a cryptic tweet ahead of his highly-anticipated transfer to the Red Devils. The 23-year-old Uruguayan international hinted at his move to Old Trafford, sparking a frenzy of excitement among fans and former players alike.
According to a report by The Athletic, United agreed a fee with Paris Saint-Germain for Ugarte’s signing, with the deal valued at an initial €50 million plus €10 million in add-ons. The midfielder will become United’s fifth signing of the summer, following the arrivals of Joshua Zirkzee, Leny Yoro, Noussair Mazraoui, and Matthijs de Ligt.
Ugarte’s tweet, which featured an eyes emoji, has racked up 34,000 likes in under an hour, with fans and former players alike reacting to the news. "He’s on his way to Old Trafford!" tweeted former United winger Facundo Pellistri, adding a red heart emoji to emphasize his excitement.
The deal was reportedly the result of a challenging negotiation between United and PSG, with the French club initially demanding a fixed €60 million fee for Ugarte. However, United refused to meet the asking price, leading PSG to insert a 10 per cent sell-on clause into the transfer.
The add-ons in the deal are believed to be largely performance-related, with United hoping to integrate Ugarte into their first team lineup. The midfielder’s arrival could be a significant boost to United’s midfield, providing a much-needed injection of creativity and energy to the team.
Ugarte’s signing also marks the end of Scott McTominay’s 22-year association with United, as the Scottish midfielder is set to join Napoli for €30 million. The departures of both players will likely pave the way for new signings and a refresh of the United squad under Erik ten Hag.
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