Newcastle's chances of signing Man United star revealed - Sources
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Credit: Imago Sat 11 April 2026 14:16, UK Manuel Ugarte is admired by Juventus and so Newcastle United are facing a tough battle to land his services this summer.Newcastle are known to be interested in signing Ugarte this summer amid uncertainty around the respective futures of several of their own midfield stars.Sandro Tonali, Bruno Guimaraes and Joe Willock have each been linked with moves away from St James’ Park ahead of the transfer window.Ugarte is liked by the Magpies, but as I revealed on the latest edition of Football Insider’s Transfer Insider podcast, they are behind Juventus and several top European sides in the race to land his signature.Newcastle’s transfer plans are set to focus on new midfield additions, but they may need to move on from the Uruguayan to other targets. 🔄 Newcastle Transfer Update 🔄 Breaking news on deals in progress, signings, departures, and contract news from the Newcastle United boardroom. VISIT THE NEWCASTLE TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Newcastle are behind Juventus in the race to sign Manuel UgarteNewcastle have struggled in the Premier League this season and look set to miss out on Champions League qualification for next term.Ugarte has struggled to make his mark at United, but is still likely to want to continue playing at the highest level at just 25-years-old.Appearances (starts)21 (7)Minutes played791′Successful pass %84.8%Successful dribble %77.8%Duels won8.19Tackles per 904.89Interceptions per 902.05Fouls committed per 902.5Ugarte’s 2025-26 PL statsSpeaking on the Transfer Insider podcast, I explained: “I’d probably say there’s more interest from other European teams in Ugarte.
“I know Juventus are big admirers of him and they would be interested in him as well. There’s been talk of interest from Turkey as well.
“So he might be a player that Newcastle like, but I don’t think it’s going any further than that. And I would say there’s probably other clubs ahead of them in the race for him.”Newcastle to accept £80m offer for Tonali amid Man United linksUgarte may not be on his way to St James’ Park, but Tonali could head the other way to Old Trafford amid uncertainty around his future.The Italy international was reportedly offered to Arsenal in the January window, but United and Man City are now believed to be the frontrunners for his services ahead of the summer.Sources have exclusively told Football Insider that Newcastle will accept £80m offers for Tonali as they look to comply with the Premier League’s new financial rules.