Uruguay International has signed a contract until June 2029, with the option to extend it for a year. Last season Ugarte, 23, won the league and cup double with Paris Saint-Germain before playing every game at Copa America and being named in the team of the tournament, taking his tally of international caps to 22.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Since the start of the 2022\/23 season Ugarte has averaged the second-highest number of tackles per 90 minutes in Europe\u2019s major leagues. <\/p>\r\n\r\n
As per reports, he joins for an initial fee of \u00a342.1 million, with the possibility of an additional \u00a38.4 million in bonuses. <\/p>\r\n\r\n
Ugarte is the club's fifth signing of the summer transfer window, bringing their total spending to just over \u00a3190 million.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cIt 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,\" Manuel Ugarte said in a statement. <\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cThe 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\u2019m 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,\" he added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Dan Ashworth, Manchester United sporting director, said: \u201cSigning 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. His qualities, experience and passion will be a great complement to our strong group of midfielders. <\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cThe 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\u2019m 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,\" he added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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