Is Manuel Ugarte available to play against Liverpool? Why will Manchester United's new midfielder miss the big game?

Manchester United will be without one of their big summer signings for their big game against Liverpool.

The Red Devils welcome their bitter rivals to Old Trafford on Sunday afternoon in what is expected to be a thriller.

Erik the Hag He has expanded his squad over the summer and made a huge £50m signing on the final day of his contract by bringing in the PSG midfielder. Manuel Ugarte.

However, Ugarte is not going to play against The Reds and will have to wait until after the international break to make his debut…

Is Ugarte available to play against Liverpool?

No, Ugarte is not yet available to play for Manchester United.

This is because his signature was not finalised before the registration deadline of 12 noon on Friday.

New signings must register before 12 noon on Friday in order to be part of their team's squad for the following weekend.

So despite signing for United on Friday, two days before the… Liverpool game, Ugarte had not closed his deal in time.

That means he will have to wait to make his debut with the Red Devils.

And it will be a long wait too, as Manchester United's next game is in two weeks, on September 14, against Southampton.

However, Ten Hag is happy to have Ugarte as part of his team now and has been talking about how he will fit in when he is available.

“I think he fits in very well with the team.” Manchester United“, said.

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“I think he would fit in very well on this team because this team needs that controlled aggression.

“He is a very brave player, so we will be very happy. I am sure he will contribute a lot to our success.”

Ugarte will not be able to contribute anything against Liverpool and that means Ten Hag will have to stick with his usual midfield duo.

Kobbie Mainoo It is expected that a queue will form next to Casemirowith Bruno Fernandes Right in front of them.

Mount Mason He is out injured, so Joshua Zirkzee Everything seems to indicate that he will make his debut as a starter for Manchester United at Old Trafford.

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