Manchester United midfielder Manuel Ugarte has sustained a knee ligament injury during Uruguay's World Cup group stage match against Spain, according to ESPN.
Summary
Manchester United midfielder Manuel Ugarte has suffered a knee ligament injury during Uruguay's final World Cup group stage match against Spain, according to ESPN. The club confirmed the injury, which will likely sideline the player for an extended period.
The Details
ESPN reports that Ugarte picked up the injury in the match against Spain, which was Uruguay's last game in the group stage. Manchester United have since confirmed the nature of the injury as a knee ligament problem. The severity and expected recovery time have not been disclosed, but knee ligament injuries typically require months of rehabilitation.
The 23-year-old has been a key figure for Uruguay in the tournament, starting all three group matches. His absence will be a significant blow to both his national team and his club, who are already dealing with a busy schedule in the Premier League and European competitions.
What It Means
Ugarte's injury is a major setback for Manchester United, who signed him in the summer for a reported fee. The midfielder had quickly established himself as a regular in Erik ten Hag's side, known for his combative style and ability to break up play. His absence will force the manager to reshuffle his midfield options, with players like Casemiro, Scott McTominay, and Sofyan Amrabat likely to see increased minutes.
For Uruguay, the injury ends Ugarte's World Cup campaign prematurely. The team failed to advance past the group stage, and this injury adds to their disappointment. The extent of the damage will be assessed further once Ugarte returns to Manchester for medical evaluation. More World Cup news.
Source: Reported by ESPN. Summary compiled by NinetyMins.
