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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Quick over short distances to close down passing lanes and cut angles. (conf 0.75)
Serviceable recovery pace but not a standout sprinter for the role. (conf 0.65)
Nimble in tight midfield areas when shifting to intercept or press. (conf 0.7)
Covers ground relentlessly across 90 minutes as a tireless screening presence. (conf 0.8)
Control
Tidy, functional touch under pressure but not his defining trait. (conf 0.65)
Limited progressive carrying, prefers simple releases over beating men. (conf 0.6)
Strong frame lets him protect the ball well when pressed from behind. (conf 0.7)
Rarely shoots from distance, technique from range is unpolished. (conf 0.5)
Distribution
Reliable recycler of possession with crisp, low-risk lay-offs. (conf 0.7)
Capable of switching play but not a primary long-range distributor. (conf 0.55)
Almost never delivers crosses given his deep defensive-midfield role. (conf 0.5)
Solid game reading for interceptions more than incisive final-ball creativity. (conf 0.55)
Chance threat
Minimal goal threat, rarely gets into shooting positions. (conf 0.5)
Disciplined about not shooting speculatively from deep areas. (conf 0.45)
Positions smartly to offer a passing outlet and cover space. (conf 0.6)
Not a set-piece taker for club or country. (conf 0.45)
Duels
Competes reasonably in the air for a defensive midfielder of his build. (conf 0.6)
Excellent tackler, wins the majority of one-on-one ground contests. (conf 0.8)
Defense
Aggressive, high-energy presser who hunts the ball relentlessly. (conf 0.8)
Elite at breaking up opposition attacks with timely interceptions and tackles. (conf 0.78)
Disciplined screening of the back line, rarely caught out of position. (conf 0.75)
Mental
Generally calm in possession though occasionally rushed under heavy press. (conf 0.6)
Sound tactical choices in defensive transitions, simpler in attack. (conf 0.55)
Renowned for tireless box-to-box defensive covering and pressing effort. (conf 0.8)
Resilience
Generally available with no chronic injury history of note. (conf 0.55)
Outlook
Mid-20s destroyer whose ceiling is a top defensive-midfield specialist, not a creator. (conf 0.55)
Established Uruguay international known as a premier ball-winning No.6. (conf 0.65)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Manuel Ugarte is a combative Uruguayan defensive midfielder whose game is built around relentless pressing, tackling and screening the back line rather than progressive creativity. Since his move from PSG to Manchester United, he has been deployed as the deep anchor tasked with breaking up opposition play and recycling possession simply. He lacks the passing range or dribbling of a box-to-box creator, but his engine and defensive disruption make him a valuable destroyer in front of the defense. A regular in the Uruguay national team setup, he built his reputation at Sporting CP and PSG before this Premier League move.
Rose to prominence at Sporting CP before a big-money move to Paris Saint-Germain.
Established member of the Uruguay national team midfield.
Known primarily as a defensive-minded destroyer rather than a creative passer.