Paris Saint Germain (PSG) is reportedly eager to transfer their Uruguay midfielder Manuel Ugarte during this window, following a season where he struggled to secure a regular starting spot on the team. The move comes as part of PSG's strategy to alleviate financial pressure through a lucrative transfer fee.
Ugarte was one of the most coveted talents in Europe when he played for Sporting Club. His impressive performances caught the attention of Arsenal and several other top teams who were keenly monitoring his progress. However, in an unexpected turn of events, Manuel Ugarte chose PSG over other offers.
Despite having an impressive first season at Ligue 1 club, his game time was significantly reduced due to intense competition for starting spots within the team.
Loan or Sale?
There have been several reports suggesting that Ugarte might leave on loan this summer. However, it appears that PSG has different plans for him. The French club prefers selling him outright and has been actively offering him to other clubs in hopes of securing a good deal.
According to a report by The Sun, Arsenal along with other top Premier League clubs have been approached with offers for Ugarte's services. This move indicates PSG's keenness on offloading their player this summer while also capitalizing on the financial benefits from such a transaction.
PSG need cash inflow through sales
PSG hopes that selling Ugarte will help alleviate some pressure on their expenses. With football clubs worldwide feeling the pinch due to pandemic-related losses, generating revenue through player sales has become more crucial than ever before.
The potential sale could be beneficial not only financially but also strategically as it would free up space within their squad and potentially pave way for new talent acquisition or investment in existing players' development.
The coming weeks will be crucial in determining where Ugarte's future lies. Whether he stays in France or moves to the English Premier League club remains to be seen. Regardless of the outcome, it's clear that this summer transfer window will be an important one for both Ugarte and Paris Saint Germain.
