Uruguayan midfielder Manuel Ugarte was forced to leave the pitch with a knee injury during his country's match against Spain. The incident raised immediate concerns for both the national team and Manchester United.
The incident occurred as Uruguay faced Spain in the 2026 World Cup group stage fixture. In the viral images on social media, Ugarte is in visible distress on the ground, clutching his leg.
Star player Ugarte suffers knee injury in Uruguay World Cup clash against Spain
Ugarte, who joined Manchester United from Paris Saint-Germain, has faced scrutiny over his performances at club level. Many Red Devils supporters had hoped for a strong tournament showing to improve his transfer value ahead of the summer window.
The injury timing could complicate any potential sale. Further updates on the severity of the knee issue and recovery timeline are awaited.
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