Manuel Ugarte has said it is an 'incredible feeling' to sign for Manchester United from Paris Saint-Germain. Ugarte arrived in Manchester late on Tuesday night, but he was only officially confirmed as a United player on deadline day and won't be available to play Liverpool this weekend.
United have signed Ugarte on a permanent deal for €50million (£42.3m), with a further €10m (£8.5m) in add-ons and he has signed a five-year contract at Old Trafford.
The defensive midfielder is expected to compete with Casemiro for starts this season and will strengthen Erik ten Hag's midfield options, which the club felt was necessary. ALSO READ: United reveal 'bold and exciting transfer' Sekou Kone ALSO READ: Ten Hag brands Shearer's analysis "stupid" Speaking after his transfer was confirmed on Friday night, Ugarte said: “It is an incredible feeling to join a club of this magnitude; one that is admired all around the world.
The project that the football leadership discussed with me is extremely exciting; Manchester United is an ambitious club and I am an ambitious player. “The passion of supporters is something that is very important to me; I know how incredible United fans are and I cannot wait to experience Old Trafford.
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