Manchester United Midfielder Faces Lengthy Spell on Sidelines

Manchester United has confirmed that Uruguayan international Manuel Ugarte has suffered a torn cruciate ligament. An MRI scan on the Red Devils' midfielder revealed the severe injury, confirming the worst fears regarding the player's condition. Ugarte is set to undergo further examinations to determine the full extent of the damage and estimate his recovery timeline.

Ugarte was stretchered off during Uruguay's 1-0 loss to Spain in the World Cup group stage. The midfielder will travel to Europe to begin his rehabilitation. The 25-year-old Uruguayan made 24 appearances for Manchester United during the 2025/26 season. Uruguay earned two points and finished third in Group H, leading to their elimination from the 2026 World Cup.