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The main midfielder of Manchester United, Manuel Ugarte, had a real chance to continue his career in the Dutch championship. As the journalists of the publication report The AthleticAjax was interested in signing the player, who sent a request for the player’s loan.

However, the “red devils” decided to keep the Uruguayan in their team. The position of the club has changed after the rotation on the coaching bridge — the new management does not plan to part with the performer in the current transfer window.

In the current Premier League season, the 24-year-old midfielder took part in 16 matches. So far, the player has not distinguished himself with effective actions, having only one yellow card. Despite interest from Amsterdam, Ugarte will remain at Old Trafford at least until the end of the season.

Earlier, De Zerby broke his silence on Manchester United rumors.