Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reported on Thursday that Manchester United have agreed to personal terms with Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Manuel Ugarte. However, a couple of hurdles remain to solidify a deal.
The first is the transfer fee, as Romano, in his initial reporting, revealed that both sides are having ongoing discussions over a fee that suits them. Moreover, the report adds that contract terms were discussed, and the player is keen on moving to United even without Champions League football.
After reporting this major news, Romano again followed up with more details from a Manchester United perspective. He revealed that the Red Devils are working on outgoings with Casemiro or Scott McTominay to make room for a new midfielder, who could be Ugarte.
🔴⤵️ Man United, working on outgoings with Casemiro or Scott McTominay to make room for new midfielder.
Ugarte, keen on the move. Up to the clubs. 🇺🇾 https://t.co/WfcSqk6okT
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 18, 2024
This week, journalist Jamie Jackson reported that Erik ten Hag is still keen on signing Ugarte to strengthen Manchester United’s midfield. The report also mentioned that the club values Ugarte at £38 million and might consider a loan deal.
Additionally, L’Equipe provided new details indicating that Manchester United is preparing to make a renewed offer for Ugarte in the coming days.
It will be interesting to see if, in the coming days, the two clubs can agree on a fee and close this file. Manchester United already announced Leny Yoro, so most of their focus could shift to Ugarte.
