Manchester United sporting director, Dan Ashworth, has hailed Deadline Day signing Manuel Ugarte as one of ‘the very best ball-winning midfield players in the world’.
Ugarte completed his £51m transfer to the Premier League from Paris Saint-Germain on Deadline Day and reinforces Manchester United’s midfield options under Erik ten Hag.
The Uruguay international led Ligue 1 for tackles per game in 2023/24 and Ashworth believes the Red Devils have signed one of the most effective ball-winners in football.
Ugarte dubbed ‘one of the best ball-winners in the world’
“Signing Manuel was another of our primary targets for this summer. He is among the very best ball-winning midfield players in the world and has an excellent record at both club and international level,” Ashworth told the club’s official website.
“His qualities, experience and passion will be a great complement to our strong group of midfielders.
“Manuel is a player we’ve watched closely, and we are excited to see the positive impact he will make on the pitch and in the dressing room as we continue to strive for success.”
In focus: What Manuel Ugarte will bring to Manchester United
Ugarte said he is delighted to join a club of United’s ambitions and said he is prepared to ‘sacrifice’ for his teammates to help the club’s quest for trophies.
“It is an incredible feeling to join a club of this magnitude; one that is admired all around the world. The project that the football leadership discussed with me is extremely exciting; Manchester United is an ambitious club and I am an ambitious player.
“The passion of supporters is something that is very important to me; I know how incredible United fans are and I cannot wait to experience Old Trafford. I’m someone who is so determined to succeed; I will sacrifice and give everything for my teammates. Together we will fight to win trophies and reach the level where this club needs to be.”
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