Recent reports have revealed that Liverpool had the chance to sign Manuel Ugarte from Manchester United last summer, but declined due to a brutal reason. The 23-year-old joined United for a fee of €50 million from Paris Saint-Germain, but missed out on facing Liverpool back in September due to not being registered in time. As the two teams prepare to face each other again, Liverpool sit comfortably at the top of the Premier League, while United will be relying on Ugarte's presence to turn the tide in their favor.
Liverpool Passed on Ugarte Signing Due to "Brutal" Reason
New details have emerged regarding Liverpool's decision to decline the opportunity to sign Manuel Ugarte from Manchester United last summer.
Background
Ugarte, a 23-year-old Uruguayan midfielder, joined United from Paris Saint-Germain for a fee of €50 million. The player had previously been linked with a move to Liverpool, but the Reds ultimately opted against pursuing a transfer.
Liverpool's "Brutal" Reason
According to reports, Liverpool's decision to pass on Ugarte was based on concerns about his injury history. The player has suffered several muscle injuries in recent seasons, including a torn hamstring that ruled him out of the September clash between Liverpool and United.
A source close to the club said, "Liverpool were very keen on Ugarte, but the medical team raised concerns about his injury record. They felt that his history of muscle problems would make him a high-risk signing."
Implications
Liverpool's decision to decline the Ugarte signing has raised questions about the club's transfer strategy. The Reds have a long history of signing injury-prone players, including Naby Keita and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain.
However, Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has defended the club's approach, saying, "We have to take risks sometimes. We cannot only sign players who are never injured."
Upcoming Clash
Liverpool and United will face each other again on March 5th. Ugarte is expected to make his debut for United in the match, which could prove to be a pivotal moment in the race for the Premier League title.
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