According to Ovacion, Newcastle are a potential candidate to sign Manchester United's 24-year-old Uruguayan defensive midfielder Manuel Ugarte. Aston Villa is also reportedly interested in the player. Ugarte joined Manchester United in August 2024 and has a contract until 2029. This season, he has made 21 appearances in the Premier League and has 34 caps for Uruguay. His current Transfermarkt market value is €30.00m, and reports from early 2026 suggest Manchester United's asking price is approximately €35 million.