Manchester United have confirmed that midfielder Manuel Ugarte suffered a knee ligament injury while representing Uruguay at the FIFA World Cup, in a setback that casts fresh uncertainty over his immediate future at Old Trafford.
The 25-year-old was stretchered off during Uruguay’s 1-0 Group C defeat to Spain in Guadalajara on Friday after twisting his knee awkwardly while attempting a tackle in the build-up to the decisive goal. Distressed television images showed Ugarte clutching his head as he was carried from the pitch, with early reports indicating he could face a lengthy spell on the sidelines.
After being assessed by Uruguay’s medical staff, Ugarte is set to return to Mancheste...