Atlético sets a new goal in the Premier League

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09/05/26 16:00:00

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Atlético de Madrid has set its sights on the situation that Manuel Ugarte is going through in England, where his time at Manchester United seems to have reached a point of no return. According to reports coming from Uruguay, the Uruguayan midfielder has his bags packed, and the Old Trafford club would be willing to accept a sum close to 28 million euros for his permanent exit.

Market experts like Fabrizio Romano estimate that the chances of the former PSG player leaving the Premier League this summer exceed 90%. Although clubs like Newcastle or Napoli are also following his steps, Diego Pablo Simeone's project emerges as a very attractive destination for a player hungry for redemption. The arrival of a player with these characteristics would allow the Argentine coach to provide extreme solidity to his midfield, freeing up tactical roles in other areas of the field.

Atlético de Madrid sees this move as a strategic chess piece to balance the distribution of roles within the current Rojiblanco squad. One of the secondary but fundamental objectives of this signing is to allow Marcos Llorente to permanently return to the right-back position. With a pure defensive midfielder, Llorente could focus on competing for a starting spot on the wing with Nahuel Molina, recovering his deeper offensive deployment.

Atlético de Madrid and the tactical desire for Manuel Ugarte

Adapting to Spanish football presents the ideal scenario for the Uruguayan midfielder to relaunch a career that has recently stagnated. Ugarte has experienced a complex season under the command of Michael Carrick, who has systematically prioritized the use of a double pivot formed by Casemiro and Mainoo. This lack of continuity has led the Uruguayan pivot to seek a new environment where his ball recovery virtues can shine once again.

Atlético de Madrid precisely offers that international visibility platform under the guidance of a coach who values tactical rigor above all. Ugarte would view landing in the Spanish capital very favorably, knowing that his style of play fits meticulously with the fighting spirit of the Rojiblanco. Negotiations could intensify in the coming weeks if United confirms its intention to make an immediate sale to balance its books.

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Although the Argentine coach still has Joao Gomes or Ederson from Atalanta on his list of preferences, the Uruguayan option gains ground due to its viability. Atlético de Madrid must be smart in its investments this summer, and Ugarte represents a perfect balance between proven quality and current market price. He is a player who does not shy away from physical contact and possesses the necessary aggression to dominate the midfield against towering opponents.

His previous experience in European football, both in Portugal and France, guarantees a much shorter adaptation period than other foreign candidates. Simeone views this alternative positively, aware that he needs depth to compete with guarantees in all official competitions. The technical department monitors every move in Manchester's offices to prevent Napoli from gaining a definitive advantage in the bidding war.

A new Uruguayan partner for the Madrid midfield

The potential addition of the Uruguayan midfielder would strengthen the tradition of Uruguayan players who have left an indelible mark on the hearts of the Metropolitan fans. Atlético de Madrid seeks to regain that mystique of an impregnable team built from the center circle towards the areas with decision and assertiveness.

Ugarte would bring a vital physical freshness to complement the creative talent of youngsters like Obed Vargas or the experience of the captain from Vallecas in major matches. His ability to cover great distances and his intelligence in space coverage are attributes that the coaching staff considers essential for success. The Madrid club wants to close the deal as soon as possible to ensure the Uruguayan international completes the full preseason under the guidance of his new coaching staff.

The outcome of this plot will depend on how firmly the English club defends its valuation of €28 million this summer. Atlético de Madrid is in a position of competitive advantage due to the player's express desire to try his luck in the demanding Spanish league. Manuel Ugarte's arrival would be a show of strength in the transfer market, ensuring a defensive specialist with his best years of football ahead.

Simeone trusts that his team will regain the lost balance and once again become that granite block that intimidates the great forwards on the continent. With the Uruguayan in the center, the rojiblanco project would gain the necessary consistency to dream of lifting important trophies once more. The summer promises to be intense in the offices, but the Rojiblanco radar already has a clear target to strengthen its midfield.

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