Manuel Ugarte insists he relishing the opportunity to take on the great responsibility that comes with playing for Manchester United. (More Football News)
Ugarte, who completed his £50.5millio🐓n move from Paris Sဣaint-Germain last week, was officially unveiled to supporters ahead of their 3-0 defeat to Liverpool on Sunday.
The Uruguayan became Erik ten Hag's fifth and final signing of the transfer window, with it expected he ♌will be in United's midfield after the international break.
He won 57 of his 98 tackles in Ligue 1 last season, more than any other player in the PSG squad, whil🔯e also completing 1212 of his 1325 attempted passes, providing the Red Deviཧls head coach a more mobile alternative to Casemiro in midfield.
Ugarte was also a part of Marcelo Bielsa's Uruguay side ⛄that finished third at the Copa America, starting all six of their games at the tournament.
And the 23-year-old revealed that Facundo Pellistri, who completed a move to Panathinaikos last month, played a huge role in his decision to join theꦅ Red Devils.
“First and foremost, its history, because we all know what a massive club United is - one of the best teams in the world,” s🅰aid Ugarte.
“I also spoke a lot with Facu Pellistri, and he told me all about everything. The atmosphere that's generated, the matchday atmosphere at O✱ld Trafford is incredible.
“So yes, I꧑'m really excited. I'd love to experience United's legendary stadium 🌸as a player and feel the presence of the supporters.”
Ugarte also sought the views of𒉰 Bruno𝓀 Fernandes and Lisandro Martinez, two pillars of this current United side.
“I've w🍌atched a few games since the news started to come out,” Ugarte said. “I'ꦕve also spoken with one or two players - Bruno and Licha - and I have chatted quite a lot.
“So yes, I'm really thrilled and, more than anything, eager and excited, while I obviously realise that ⛎it's a great responsibility, and I'm prepared for that.”
While Sunda𝓡y’s match against Liverpool may not have gone to plan, Ugarte was able to sample the famo💧us Old Trafford atmosphere for the first time.
During his time with PSG and Sporting CP, he has experienced playing away at Arsenal, Manchester City, Newcastle United and Tottenham🐼 Hotspur.
“I'm really excited. I've never seen anything like it before, these United fans, because, since the 🅷news first came out, they've be🌸en sending me messages.
