Manchester United are waiting for medical updates on midfielder Manuel Ugarte after he is stretchered off during Uruguay’s 1-0 defeat to Spain at the 2026 World Cup. Multiple reports say Ugarte is visibly distressed as he leaves the pitch and that he suffers the injury during a collision involving a teammate, after his studs catch in the turf. He is treated on the field before being carried off shortly before half-time. Uruguay fail to reach the knockout stage, finishing third in their group after a loss in Guadalajara that ends in defeat to Spain.
While outlets differ on how severe the problem could be, several describe the situation as a potentially serious knee injury and note that the prognosis has not been confirmed. United’s concern centers on timing and availability ahead of their planned midfield changes and potential transfer activity. Reports also frame the injury risk as affecting any possible decision to sell Ugarte, who recently had limited Premier League involvement, and any related plans to replace him.
No official injury diagnosis is provided in the coverage.
