With a new management, United have shown a rare level of efficiency in this summer window. With the additions of Zirkze and Yoro, United have already secured two blockbuster signings, in addition to sending Cambuwala and Mason Greenwood away. But Manchester United's pace of reinforcements will not stop, but will strike while the iron is hot, and the good news has come out again!
Earlier, Santi Aouna, a member of French media footmercato, announced that Manchester United is close to reaching an agreement with Paris Saint-Germain on the transfer of Ugarte, and the player himself has agreed to join Manchester United. In addition, Italy legend Romano also confirmed that the deal was a breakthrough, noting that it will take a few days to reach the final stage.
To be honest, Manchester United's current transfer operation can be described as "crazy". During the period of Sandezi and Erdezi, Manchester United played the role of "stupid people with a lot of money" in the transfer market, and there were a lot of rumored targets, but there was no substantial progress, and it was always delayed until the last minute of the transfer window to complete the transaction, and the price was not pressed, which was thankless.
But before July had passed, United were close to completing their third signing, which was a jaw-dropping efficiency. And the reason why this transaction can be smoothly promoted is also inseparable from the joint efforts of the three parties.
First of all, Manchester United have a rigid need. Mainou and Fernandes will be the starters in midfield for the new season, but neither is good at defending and is mainly playing in attack. Fernandes are adept at the final pass, Menou can get the ball and control the tempo, and they need a defensive midfielder to protect them, and Ugarte is undoubtedly the ideal target. The Uruguay midfielder has first-class mental attributes, tough style, strong tackling ability, excellent running ability and wide defensive coverage, and is a defender that no technical player wants to face.
The second is that the players want to leave the team. Ugarte was not heavily used by Enrique and was almost completely abandoned at the end of last season, so there is a strong desire to leave. Despite other teams interested in Ugarte, the player has told Grand Paris that Manchester United is his first choice, which directly adds to the push for a deal.
In addition, Grand Paris also wants to complete the deal as soon as possible. Enrique has his eye on Portugal midfielder Joao Neves, while Benfica are asking for 70 million, and the two clubs are currently negotiating a price. Grand Paris wants to sell Ugarte as soon as possible to complete the Joao Neves deal.
So, the only obstacle to this deal is the transfer fee. Grand Paris asked for 70 million at the beginning, but Manchester United will definitely lower the price. Now that the reporter's report is soon in the final stage, it shows that Manchester United's price reduction has succeeded. Ugarte is currently worth 45 million and is expected to pay around 50 million for a transfer fee, with the possibility of adding a floating clause. If it goes well, Ugarte may catch up with Manchester United's trip to United States, so let's wait and see!