La Liga giants Atletico Madrid are reportedly keen on signing Manchester United midfielder Manuel Ugarte in the summer transfer window.
As per a report by Spanish outlet Fichajes, Manchester United midfielder Manuel Ugarte is the subject of interest from La Liga giants Atletico Madrid heading into the summer transfer window.
The South American midfielder joined Manchester United last summer, and it will be interesting to see if they are willing to sanction his departure in the summer. Ugarte has not been able to live up to the expectations at Manchester United since joining the Premier League club from PSG.
He was expected to establish himself as a key player for the club and help them dominate midfield contests. Manchester United have looked vulnerable in the middle of the park, and the Uruguayan International is still getting to grips with English football. Perhaps a fresh start could be an attractive option for him.
A move to La Liga could be an interesting opportunity. Atletico Madrid need more physicality and defensive steel in the middle of the park, and the South American could be the ideal acquisition for them. Ugarte has previously shown his quality in Portugal with Sporting CP, and he has the physicality and technical attributes to do well in Spanish football as well.
Simeone could bring out the best in Ugarte
Diego Simeone’s conservative style of play could be ideal for Manuel Ugarte, and he could excel in their setup. It remains to be seen how the situation develops. Atletico Madrid certainly have the resources to get the deal across the line, and it will be interesting to see if they follow up on their interest and submit an official offer for the player in the coming months.
The 23-year-old midfielder is still quite young, and he has plenty of time to improve further and fulfil his potential. He could be a key player for Atletico Madrid in the long run. It will be interesting to see if the Spanish outfit can get the deal across the line. However, the Colchoneros also have other midfielders on their radar, including Bruno Guimaraes.
Meanwhile, Manchester United need a quality defensive midfielder, and it will be interesting to see if they decide to cash in on the player and bring in an upgrade at the end of the season. They need to improve their midfield unit if they are serious about fighting for major trophies and competing with the elite clubs.
