EPL: Ten Hag Reveals Ugarte was Top Target - A Long-Term Plan
Erik ten Hag shares the story behind Manchester United's signing of Manuel Ugarte, revealing a long-held interest in the midfielder and a collaborative scouting effort.
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has lifted the lid on the club's signing of Manuel Ugarte, revealing a carefully planned move that had been months in the making. Ten Hag admitted that Ugarte had been on his radar for some time, with the scouting department also identifying him as a prime target.
The Dutch manager's fascination with Ugarte began when the Uruguayan midfielder faced his Ajax side in a clash with Sporting. Ten Hag was impressed by Ugarte's performance, and subsequent displays for Uruguay and Paris Saint-Germain only strengthened his conviction.
Erik Ten Hag: “I had Manu Ugarte in my mind. The scouting department had him in their mind, and we followed him.
“When he played for Uruguay and Paris, I had him in my mind... I faced him with Ajax vs Sporting.”
“We judged that he would be a really good fit for our team,” he added.
United's recruitment team worked tirelessly to bring Ugarte to Old Trafford, with Ten Hag confident that the midfielder's skills would translate perfectly to his team's playing style.
Key Takeaways:
- Ten Hag had Ugarte in mind for months
- Scouting department collaborated on the signing
- Ugarte's performances impressed Ten Hag
This insight into United's transfer strategy highlights the meticulous planning and collaboration that goes into securing top talent. With Ugarte now on board, fans can expect to see the midfielder's quality shine through in the coming weeks.
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