Liverpool is reportedly willing to shell out a staggering £60 million for Uruguayan midfielder Manuel Ugarte of Sporting Lisbon as part of their significant midfield investment.
This potential transfer comes after the talented player, who represented his country at the World Cup in Qatar last year, attracted interest from a number of top European clubs.
In particular, Liverpool, which will lose Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, Naby Keita, and James Milner this summer, is in desperate need of midfield reinforcements. With the loss of these seasoned midfielders, the Reds would be even more determined to strengthen their lineup and keep up their competitive edge.
Liverpool is prepared to exercise the £60 million release clause in Ugarte’s Sporting contract, according to Le Parisien via ECHO. They do, however, have competition from Paris Saint-Germain, who are also expressing interest in hiring the skilled Uruguayan midfielder. The winning club in the competition for his signature will only be known with time.
This season, Manuel Ugarte has made 47 appearances for his team in all competitions. His outstanding performances for both club and country further support Liverpool’s interest in the midfielder.
Ugarte would undoubtedly increase Liverpool’s midfield’s quality and depth, increasing their chances of winning both domestically and internationally should the deal go through.
Ugarte would undoubtedly be a valuable presence in the middle of the park because of his reputation for technical proficiency, vision, and play-directing abilities.
For Liverpool supporters, the transfer window promises to be an exciting time as they anxiously await news of the potential acquisition of this highly regarded midfielder and, hopefully, other players as well.
The upcoming weeks will reveal whether the Reds are successful in signing the player or if other suitors, like PSG, will win this fiercely contested battle for his services. When it comes to a bidding war, one should never take Les Parisiens lightly.
