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One of Man United’s players has been linked with Newcastle and Aston Villa ahead of the summer.
The Red Devils will hope to build a world class squad for Carrick if he is to take over for next season and beyond. It is understood that Man United are looking to strengthen in midfield in the summer.
Newcastle and Aston Villa eye Ugarte deal
Ugarte has struggled since coming to Man United in 2024. The Uruguay international has become a footnote in midfield especially under Carrick, and the midfielder’s future is now uncertain ahead of the summer transfer window.
According to Caught Offside, Man United are considering a sale for Ugarte in the summer, and they value him at £35m, and hope to offload him to boost their transfer funds and wage budget. If they sell Ugarte, they can use the money to invest back into the midfield for one of their top targets.
The report says that there is interest in Ugarte despite his poor form. Newcastle and Aston Villa are both reportedly keen on the midfielder as far as the Premier League goes. It is also understood that Serie A giants Juventus are keen on Ugarte too, and could make a move for the 24-year-old.
This season, Ugarte has made 22 appearances in all competitions, failing to score or provide an assist. You would imagine that the midfielder would be willing to move in the hope of more game time elsewhere.
Man United target Ugarte replacements
United remain interested in Brighton’s Carlos Baleba, Nottingham Forest’s Elliot Anderson and Crystal Palace star Adam Wharton too, but it is not clear at this stage if they have a preference between the three.
Tonali remains the main name linked with United, but Newcastle could demand at least £100m for him due to his lasting contract, which could become an issue when negotiations begin.
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