Manuel Ugarte
25-Year-Old
Manchester United
Premier
OUT
Injury Knee
Est. Return 4/10/2027
2025 Fantasy Outlook
Ugarte started in 22 of his 29 Premier League appearances in his first year with Manchester United, and he figures to be a regular for years to come as a key piece in Ruben Amorim's tactical scheme. However, Ugarte doesn't bring a lot to the table in fantasy. He recorded three goal contributions (one goal, two assists) in 2024/25 and averaged 2.65 tackles per game, but he didn't stand out in any other categories. Now with Matheus Cunha in the mix, Ugarte will likely be on the ball even less in attacking situations. No matter how many minutes he gets, his ceiling will be capped with most of his fantasy value coming from defensive stats.
Suffers torn ACL in World Cup
Ugarte suffered a torn ACL in Uruguay's 1-0 loss to Spain on Friday and will undergo surgery soon.
ANALYSIS
Ugarte suffered the injury while tackling Pedri in Uruguay's final game of the 2026 FIFA World Cup and was taken off on a stretcher. This was the worst possible outcome for the midfielder, who'll now face a recovery period of around eight to nine months at best. Ugarte had been linked with a summer move away from Manchester United, but the defensive midfielder isn't expected to change teams following this latest development. Ugarte's absence shouldn't have a big fantasy impact at club level, as he was a backup in midfield behind Kobbie Mainoo.
Ugarte suffered the injury while tackling Pedri in Uruguay's final game of the 2026 FIFA World Cup and was taken off on a stretcher. This was the worst possible outcome for the midfielder, who'll now face a recovery period of around eight to nine months at best. Ugarte had been linked with a summer move away from Manchester United, but the defensive midfielder isn't expected to change teams following this latest development. Ugarte's absence shouldn't have a big fantasy impact at club level, as he was a backup in midfield behind Kobbie Mainoo.
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Taken off via stretcher
Ugarte would be taken off the field on a stretcher after suffering an apparent knee injury against Spain on Friday.
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Takes one shot, creates one chance
Ugarte took one shot (off target), created one chance, and committed one foul in Sunday's 2-2 draw with Cape Verde.
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Free to move forward
Ugarte registered two shots (one on goal) and two interceptions in Monday's 1-1 draw against Saudi Arabia.
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Expected to start in midfield
Ugarte has been named in Uruguay's World Cup squad and is expected to start in midfield under coach Marcelo Bielsa, arriving at the tournament after a difficult season with Manchester United that saw him struggle for consistent playing time.
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On bench Sunday
Ugarte (back) is on the bench for Sunday's clash against Nottingham Forest.
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Red Devils will let him leave
Manchester United are ready to part ways with Ugarte this summer, according to The Sun.
ANALYSIS
Ugarte didn't adjust to life in England and struggled to handle the pace of the Premier League. Thus, the Red Devils know a change of scenery would be the best outcome for all parties involved. Ugarte has been linked with a move to AC Milan in order to reunite with former Sporting CP manager Ruben Amorim.
Ugarte didn't adjust to life in England and struggled to handle the pace of the Premier League. Thus, the Red Devils know a change of scenery would be the best outcome for all parties involved. Ugarte has been linked with a move to AC Milan in order to reunite with former Sporting CP manager Ruben Amorim.