05.01.2026 10:40
While planning for the mid-season transfer period at Galatasaray continues, Manuel Ugarte has been placed at the top of the list for a defensive midfielder. It has been noted that Uruguayan star Lucas Torreira has vouched for Ugarte, while Manchester United's transfer fee demand is determining the course of the process.
Galatasaray, which plans to make 3-4 reinforcements during the transfer period, aims to strengthen the squad with changes to the UEFA list if the journey in the Champions League continues. Although there are thoughts of making a move for the attacking line, it has been reported that the priority is given to the defensive midfield area.
MANUEL UGARTE AT THE TOP
At the top of the list of the yellow-reds is Manuel Ugarte, who plays for Manchester United. It has been stated that Galatasaray is seriously gauging the situation for the 24-year-old Uruguayan midfielder.
TORREIRA HAS VOUCHED FOR HIM
It has been stated that Lucas Torreira, one of Galatasaray's key midfielders, has vouched for his teammate Manuel Ugarte from the Uruguay National Team and is insistent on this matter in the transfer.
MANCHESTER UNITED WANTS 30 MILLION EUROS
It has been recorded that Manchester United has requested a transfer fee of 30 million euros for Ugarte and that they would only accept a loan formula with a mandatory purchase clause.
LION IS WAITING
It has been reported that Galatasaray does not want to take on this cost before the situation in the Champions League becomes clear. It has been stated that the yellow-reds are waiting for the results of the matches against Atletico Madrid and Manchester City in the transfer process.