Manuel Ugarte
MUNUruguay
Right
Apr 11, 2001
25
6'0"
170 lb
CM
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Ball-Winning Midfielder
Man UtdDealing with back issues
Ugarte picked up a back issue in training ahead of Saturday's trip to Sunderland and has been ruled out of the fixture, according to coach Michael Carrick. "Manu had a problem with his back in training, so that's the issues ironed out."
Analysis: Ugarte has mainly been operating as a bench option for Manchester United this season, so his absence had a limited impact on the starting lineup against the Black Cats. The club will assess his condition over the coming days before making a call on his availability for the remaining fixtures of the campaign.
Ruled out Saturday
Ugarte (undisclosed) is ruled out of Saturday's clash against Sunderland, the club posted.
Analysis: Ugarte has been ruled out for Saturday's clash against the Black Cats and no details have been provided on the nature of the issue, leaving his return timeline uncertain. Ugarte has been mainly a bench option for Manchester United's midfield this season and his absence adds to the club's injury concerns heading into the fixture against Sunderland.
Breaks-up play in win
Ugarte had six tackles (three won), three clearances and two interceptions in Friday's 1-0 victory over Newcastle United.
Analysis: Ugarte led the Manchester United defensive effort Friday with six tackles (three won) as they earned a hard-fought 1-0 win over Newcastle United. The veteran holding mindfielder also made two interceptions and three clearances across his 90-minute shift, earning a clean sheet. Friday's inclusion in the starting XI marked the first time this season Ugarte has featured in successive league fixtures.
Limited option early
Ugarte came off the bench in both of the first two Premier League matches.
Analysis: Ugarte has started the opening two matches of the season on the bench, clearly behind Casemiro in the pecking order. The midfielder seems to have moved ahead of Kobbe Mainoo in the XI, as both started during Wednesday's Carabao Cup clash with Grimsby Town. Ugarte will likely rotate with Casemiro as the schedule gets busier, though United don't have European competition to worry about.
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