Ugarte Injury Hits Man United Plans

Manuel Ugarte, Uruguay and Manchester United.
During Uruguay’s World Cup defeat by Spain.

Manchester United midfielder Manuel Ugarte suffered a suspected serious knee injury after colliding with Uruguay team-mate Mathias Olivera. He was stretchered off before half-time, compounding Uruguay’s painful elimination from the World Cup.

United reportedly fear a long lay-off and are waiting for direct medical updates from the player’s camp. The injury could also disrupt their transfer plans, with Ugarte previously viewed as a sellable asset for midfield rebuilding.