Before thinking about recruiting midfielder Manuel Ugarte from PSG, MU needs to liquidate at least one player to make room.
Recently, transfer news expert Fabrizio Romano reported that MU has reached a personal agreement with Ugarte. The remaining work is for MU and PSG to negotiate the transfer fee before the contract is signed.
However, Romano later revealed that MU will need to sell some players before being able to recruit the Uruguayan international: “Man United is working to sell Casemiro or Scott McTominay, two players who can leave to make room for money.” new defender. Ugarte wants to join MU. Depends on the club.”
Up to this point in the 2024 Summer transfer period, MU has successfully recruited two rookies: striker Joshua Zirkzee from Bologna and midfielder Leny Yoro from Lille. On the other hand, the Red Devils sold Donny van de Beek, Alvaro Carreras, Willy Kambwala and Mason Greenwood.
However, this seems not enough. MU will need to sell more players to raise funds and avoid violating Financial Fair Play (FFP) laws. At this time, Casemiro still has a contract with the Red Devils until 2026, while McTominay’s contract only lasts until 2025.
If you look at age and performance, selling Casemiro is probably a more reasonable decision for MU. The Brazilian midfielder declined a lot last season and is 32 years old. Although McTominay’s form has fluctuated, at least he still maintains his enthusiasm and creates many moments of ecstasy every time he plays.
