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Manchester United Midfielder Manuel Ugarte Suffers Knee Ligament Injury as Uruguay Loses World Cup Match to Spain
The 25-year-old was carried off on a stretcher after twisting his knee during Uruguay's group-stage game against Spain. Manchester United said further tests will determine treatment and recovery time.
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Manchester United midfielder Manuel Ugarte suffered a knee ligament injury while representing Uruguay in a World Cup group-stage match against Spain on Friday. The 25-year-old twisted awkwardly during a tackle in the build-up to Spain's winning goal and was taken off the pitch on a stretcher. Uruguay's medical staff assessed the injury on Saturday.
Ugarte will now travel to Manchester for further tests before club officials determine the next steps for treatment and rehabilitation. " He said the timing during "one of the most important matches in my country's history" would stay with him for the rest of his life. " Manchester United stated that assessment of the injury is ongoing.
The club said it will support Ugarte throughout his recovery. Ugarte joined Manchester United from Paris St-Germain for £50.8 million in 2024. His last appearance for the club came on 13 April in a Premier League match against Leeds.
The club had already agreed a £35 million deal for Atalanta midfielder Ederson. Ederson's medical was postponed after he received a late call-up to Brazil's World Cup squad and will now take place after Brazil's campaign ends.
