Manchester United advance in negotiations to sign Manuel Ugarte

Manchester United PSG are reportedly 'moving forward' in negotiations with Paris Saint-Germain to sign Manuel Ugarte, according to a Sky Sports journalist Dharmesh Sheth.

After acquiring a minority stake in the Red Devils, Sir Jim Ratcliffe has taken charge of the football side of Old Trafford. The businessman decided to first review the behind-the-scenes recruitment structure and this has been the first transfer window for the new INEOS-run Man Utd.

They have been busy this window and have already bought Joshua Zirkzee, Leny Yoro, Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui for over £130m.

However, it seems they are not done yet as signing a new midfielder is still on their agenda and Ugarte is emerging as the main target.

Initially reported Manchester United have decided to cool their interest in the South American as they are not willing to sign the midfielder at PSG's £51m asking price.

Ugarte to Manchester United

However, in recent times it has begun to emerge that Erik the HagThe team remains interested in signing him and is negotiating a deal. loan with purchase option obligation with Les Parisiens to close the deal.

Now, writing about unknown, Shet has stated that Man Utd are “moving forward” in talks with PSG and both parties are cautiously optimistic that a deal can be reached before the end of this window.

He said:

“Negotiations between Manchester United and PSG for Manuel Ugarte are progressing. There is cautious optimism that a deal can be finalised before the deadline. Both United and PSG prefer a permanent deal, but there is also talk of a loan with an obligation to buy.”

Man Utd already have Casemiro He is in the squad as an option as a holding midfielder, but his performances have not been up to expectations last season, so signing a new midfielder would be a wise decision and Ugarte could be an excellent acquisition.

The 23-year-old is comfortable receiving possession under pressure and can also play through balls between the lines. He is also an energetic player and is comfortable pressing the opposition high up the pitch.

Therefore, he would be an ideal choice to play in Ten Ha's system if they buy him. It will be interesting to see if the record Premier League The champions will finally manage to secure his signature in the coming days.