Man Utd redemption for Manuel Ugarte? Why transfer in 2027 is not guaranteed as Gus Poyet backs Uruguayan midfielder to make a positive impact after injury

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Manuel Ugarte has endured a nightmare spell at Manchester United, with form and fitness proving difficult to come by, but Gus Poyet has told GOAL that his fellow Uruguayan may yet earn redemption and a second chance at Old Trafford. The South American midfielder is currently working his way back from surgery after suffering knee ligament damage at the 2026 World Cup.
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