Manchester United have successfully reached a transfer agreement with Paris Saint-Germain for their top summer target, Manuel Ugarte.
The Premier League club will pay PSG an initial €50 million, with an additional €10 million in performance-related bonuses for the Uruguayan midfielder.
After agreeing on personal terms with Ugarte back in July 2024, negotiations between Manchester United and PSG stalled over the transfer fee. However, both clubs have now settled on a deal, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.
Ugarte is set to sign a five-year contract with Manchester United, with an option to extend for an additional year. He is expected to undergo medical tests later today, August 27, before finalizing his move to Old Trafford.
Manchester United’s summer transfer strategy focused heavily on securing Ugarte, underscoring his importance as their prime midfield reinforcement.
Ugarte’s playing style is considered an ideal match for United’s midfield, which has been identified as a key area for strengthening. Although Casemiro remains a valuable asset, there are concerns about his pace in fulfilling the defensive midfield role.
Ugarte, who has been compared to a younger Casemiro due to his combative approach, physicality, and strong tackling skills, also offers the ability to initiate attacking plays from deep in the midfield.
The Uruguayan joined PSG from Sporting Lisbon on June 7, 2023, for a fee of €60 million. Last season, he made 37 appearances for the French club, contributing 3 assists across all competitions.
This move makes Ugarte Manchester United’s fifth signing of the summer, following the acquisitions of Leny Yoro, Joshua Zirkzee, Matthijs de Ligt, and Noussair Mazraoui. The club has also completed deals for Chido Obi-Martin from Arsenal, Samuel Lusale from Crystal Palace, and Malian prospect Sekou Kone.
