Paris Saint-Germain’s reasoning for the decision to let Manuel Ugarte go this summer deserves to give Manchester United some insight into their search for the player, TEAMtalk can reveal.
The goalkeeper’s role in midfield has been a factor for Manchester United for some time, and Casemiro looks decidedly behind in the 2023/24 campaign.
Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has shown that United have already agreed private terms with Ugarte in relation to a move to Old Trafford and the confidence is that PSG will be pleased to see him leave.
PSG will still try to recover the 60 million euros paid to bring Ugarte from Sporting Lisbon. Meanwhile, United will try to get a deal done at a lower price.
However, TEAMtalk learned why PSG are focusing on signing Joao Neves, who will upgrade Ugarte and facilitate his move to Old Trafford.
We perceive that PSG feel that Ugarte is very limited and is a “point” star. In addition, the appeals tell us that PSG were surprised by Ugarte’s point after his arrival from Sporting, being the Uruguayan of the caliber of player they imagine. Had.
Ugarte remained anonymous for PSG for much of last season, and the crusade revealed the player’s limitations outside of the same old defensive responsibilities.
He has forged himself in fulfilling the defense of his mandate, but has failed to impress the PSG leaders with his all-round game.
PSG have introduced Benfica ace Neves as Ugarte’s replacement and hope he makes up for the mistake they made in signing Ugarte.
Neves has already agreed to sign for PSG and talks between them and Benfica regarding the payment are in full development.
Manchester United’s motivation in their pursuit of Ugarte is simple, as they look to inject power into an aging midfield.
They will have to get rid of one of their central midfielders with Casemiro and Scott McTominay in play. Reports also imply that Christian Eriksen would possibly leave if suitable offers are received.
At 23 years old, Ugarte meets the requirements in terms of the moving policy that Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS have in mind for Manchester United.
The Red Devils are now on the verge of signaling teenage or twenty-something stars who will spend their formative years at Old Trafford. United’s strategy will also ensure that the players they sign retain their sale value.
Despite his ambition and history, Manchester United will most likely be a little more forgiving of Ugarte’s limitations on the ball, as long as he brings the power and physicality they desire in the middle of the park.
In fact, a two-man duo alongside Kobbie Mainoo is perfect given Mainoo’s propensity to further his driving careers.
However, this may only raise some red flags that PSG have already decided that Ugarte does not have the required popularity at the top of European football after just one season in Paris.