Manuel Ugarte: Man United star’s preferred destination revealed
Manuel Ugarte: Man United star’s preferred destination revealed Manuel Ugarte’s future at Manchester United remains subject to speculation following another disappointing performance this week. The Uruguayan was handed his first start under caretaker manager Michael Carrick on Monday, 13 April, against Leeds United in the Premier League, owing to Kobbie Mainoo’s unfortunate injury. Ugarte’s previous appearances under the English manager had all been from the bench, as he remains behind Casemiro in the pecking order at Old Trafford.
For the record, the 25 year old was signed to eventually replace the Brazilian, but has failed to live up to expectations so far. Ugarte’s poor run continued this week as United succumbed to a 2-1 defeat at the hands of Leeds at home. The Uruguayan allowed the visitors to take control at Old Trafford and looked like a bundle of nerves all night.
The Red Devils are already preparing for midfield reinforcements this summer after deciding to part ways with Casemiro, who is set to leave as a free agent. Recent reports have suggested that Ugarte could also end his stay at the Theatre of Dreams before the start of the next season. Ugarte’s Premier League suitors United must have thought they had managed a coup when they convinced Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) to part ways with Ugarte in the summer of 2024.
The Uruguayan had signed for the Ligue 1 giants the previous summer, following an impressive spell with Sporting. Unfortunately, he failed to convince Luis Enrique, prompting the Red Devils to take advantage. However, that decision has come back to haunt the Premier League giants, as the player has failed to replicate his form from Sporting at Old Trafford.
This season, Ugarte has registered 24 appearances across competitions, only 10 of which have been starts. For context, United have registered just one win in the games he has started this campaign. Manuel Ugarte Stats: 2025/26 Season Source: Transfermarkt .