Manchester United still interested in signing Manuel Ugarte from PSG
Having signed several defenders and a striker this summer, Manchester United They are expected to look for midfielders in the transfer market before the window closes at the end of August.
Give Me Sport has reported that they are “ready to rekindle” their interest in signing Paris Saint-Germain star Manuel Ugarte this summer after initially pulling out of the race to sign him.
The Ligue 1 team was Firm in their demands for £51m for his sale. United were put off by the fee and consequently walked away from the deal earlier this month.
However, with PSG interested in Jadon Sancho, GMS has reported that the Red Devils are hoping to reach an agreement with Ugarte heading to Old Trafford at a slightly lower price.
Manchester United's interest in the Uruguayan has been described as “more intense” than PSG's interest in signing Sancho, but the report adds that the midfielder will be allowed to leave the Parc des Princes this month for the right price.
Manchester United are also exploring whether they can sign Sofyan Amrabat on a permanent basis and the player has made no secret of his desire to join the team. Premier League giants forever.
Ugarte should be the focus but United need to sell first
Manchester United should set their sights firmly on Manuel Ugarte, who is only 23 and could be a long-term addition alongside Kobbie Mainoo in the engine room.
But given that they have spent lavishly throughout the summer, they will need to sell players first before they can make any new acquisitions in the transfer window.
Amrabat was a good substitute during his loan spell last season, but he hasn't done enough to be signed permanently. Ugarte also has experience playing in the Champions League with PSG and Sporting Lisbon, which would stand him in good stead as United look to fulfil their ambitions of winning the European Cup.
The Uruguay international's ability on the ball makes him a much better option than Amrabat, so he promises to be a better signing for United and Erik the HagThe system in particular.
However, only time will tell whether the Red Devils can reach an agreement with Ugarte or are forced to rely on their existing midfield options for another season.
