Overview
- Juventus sporting director Marco Ottolini was expected to watch Manuel Ugarte on Tuesday during Uruguay’s friendly with Algeria at the Allianz Stadium in Turin.
- Italian reports say Juventus are tracking the Manchester United midfielder for the summer window rather than advancing a formal offer.
- Ugarte has struggled for game time at Old Trafford this season after joining from Paris Saint‑Germain for about €50 million in 2024.
- Fabrizio Romano reports early interest from multiple clubs and suggests a summer exit is possible, though nothing is agreed.
- Coverage says Juventus could act if their midfield shifts, with Ugarte viewed as an option should departures such as Teun Koopmeiners open a slot.