One of Manchester United’s priority positions this summer has always been finding the perfect midfielder partner for their talented Carrington graduate, Kobbie Mainoo.
The teenage sensation has been going from strength to strength, making 32 appearances in all competitions for United in his debut senior season, scoring five goals, and providing one assist. This stellar season earned the 20-year-old his first England call-up, going on to start four games at Euro 2024.
Now, since the recent incomings of Leny Yoro and Joshua Zirkzee, full attention seems to be on identifying the correct midfielder partner going forward for Mainoo, with recent links pointing in the direction of PSG midfielder, Manuel Ugarte.
Ugarte to Manchester United latest
Since reports that Manchester United have agreed personal terms with Ugarte, club-to-club talks do not seem to have advanced. A recent discussion has been had, raising the possibility of a loan with obligation move, according to Fabrizio Romano.
Ugarte is still waiting for United and wants the move, so it remains up to the clubs. Outgoings are said to be key for United currently, but Romano stated Ugarte remains their “top target”.
Casemiro’s poor display warrants Ugarte move
The current defensive midfielder for Erik ten Hag’s side is Casemiro. The 32-year-old made 32 appearances for the Red Devils last campaign, scoring five goals, providing three assists, and contributing to seven clean sheets.
But his performance against Liverpool in their 3-0 pre-season friendly defeat showed exactly why United believe it’s time to recruit in this area, and find a more suitable partner long-term for Mainoo, giving him the keys in midfield.
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