Recently, with the news of Ugarte officially joining Manchester United settling in, the Uruguayan starlet opened up in an official interview with the club, sharing his deep-seated reasons for choosing Manchester United and his bright visions for the future. Ugarte began by emphasizing United's history as one of the top clubs in world football, stating, "United is not just a club, it carries a rich history and honor and is one of the best teams in the world. Such a platform is a huge attraction for me."
Talking about the decision process of joining United, Ugarte revealed that he had an in-depth conversation with a number of current United players, in which Pellistri gave him valuable advice and information. "Pellistri gave me a deep sense of United's unique atmosphere, whether it was the spirit of hard work on the training ground or the stunning matchday atmosphere at Old Trafford, which I couldn't have wished for more." Ugarte said, unable to hide his excitement.
Furthermore, Ugarte revealed that he has furthered his understanding and identification with the team by watching United's matches and interacting with teammates such as Bruno Fernandes and Lisandro Martinez. "I watched a couple of Manchester United games and was impressed by that team spirit and the level of technical and tactical play. Interacting with Bruno and Lisandro convinced me even more that this is where my dream started."
Ugarte is full of anticipation and confidence for his upcoming United career. "I've never seen such a passionate fanbase, and since the news of joining came out, I've received well wishes and support from United fans from all over the world, which makes me feel very warm and inspired." He also said that he is aware of the great responsibility that comes with being a part of Manchester United, "I am ready to do my best to win honors for the team and bring back trophies for the supporters."
Finally, Ugarte also made special mention of the influence of Manchester United in Uruguay, and he hopes that he can be a bridge connecting the soccer culture of the two countries and bring more joy and glory to Manchester United's fan base in Uruguay. "This event has also caused a huge reaction in Uruguay, and I hope that through my efforts, I can make more people feel the charm of Manchester United and work together to cheer for the team."
