History of Manuel Ugarte (footballer) in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 17, 2025

Manuel Ugarte Ribeiro is a Uruguayan professional footballer. He currently plays as a defensive midfielder for Premier League club Manchester United and represents the Uruguay national team. His position as a defensive midfielder highlights his role in protecting the defense and disrupting opposition attacks. Playing for both a prominent Premier League club and his national team underscores his significance and skill in professional soccer.

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April 2001: Manuel Ugarte's Birth

Manuel Ugarte was born on April 2001.

December 2016: Professional Debut

On 4 December 2016, Manuel Ugarte made his professional debut for Fénix, becoming the youngest player in the 21st century to play professionally in Uruguay at 15 years and 233 days old.

2016: Promotion to Fénix's First Team

In 2016, Manuel Ugarte was promoted to the first team of Fénix's youth academy.

2016: Included in Copa Sudamericana Squad

In 2016, shortly after joining Fénix's first team, Manuel Ugarte was included in the 30-man squad to compete in the 2016 Copa Sudamericana.

March 2019: First Goal for Fénix

On 10 March 2019, Manuel Ugarte scored his first goal for Fénix in a 2–0 win against Racing Club.

December 2019: Named in Uruguay U23 Squad

On 29 December 2019, Manuel Ugarte was named in the Uruguay under-23 team squad for the 2020 CONMEBOL Pre-Olympic Tournament.

October 2020: Assisted a goal in the 2020 Copa Sudamericana

On 29 October 2020, Manuel Ugarte assisted Luciano Nequecaur's goal in Fénix's 3–1 victory over Huachipato in the first leg of the 2020 Copa Sudamericana.

December 2020: Signed with Famalicão

On 29 December 2020, Manuel Ugarte signed a five-year contract with Portuguese club Famalicão for a fee of €3 million.

2020: Participated in the CONMEBOL Pre-Olympic Tournament

In 2020, Manuel Ugarte participated in the CONMEBOL Pre-Olympic Tournament, scoring a goal against Brazil.

January 2021: Primeira Liga Debut

On 17 January 2021, Manuel Ugarte made his Primeira Liga debut, playing the entire match in a 2–0 victory against Santa Clara.

March 2021: Named in Uruguay Senior Team Preliminary Squad

On 5 March 2021, Manuel Ugarte was named in Uruguay senior team's preliminary squad for 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches, though the matches were later suspended.

August 2021: Signed with Sporting CP

On 9 August 2021, Manuel Ugarte signed a five-year contract with Sporting CP for a fee of €6.5 million.

September 2021: Senior Team Debut for Uruguay

On 5 September 2021, Manuel Ugarte made his senior team debut for Uruguay in a 4–2 win against Bolivia.

December 2021: Joined Famalicão

In December 2021, Manuel Ugarte joined Portuguese Primeira Liga club Famalicão.

2021: Senior International Debut

In 2021, Manuel Ugarte made his senior international debut for Uruguay.

January 2022: First Goal for Sporting CP

On 2 January 2022, Manuel Ugarte scored his first goal for Sporting CP, opening the scoring in a 2–1 victory over his former club Famalicão.

June 2023: Confirmed Joining Paris Saint-Germain

On 15 June 2023, Manuel Ugarte confirmed in an interview with Portuguese newspaper Record that he would be joining Ligue 1 side Paris Saint-Germain.

July 2023: Joined Paris Saint-Germain

In July 2023, Manuel Ugarte joined Paris Saint-Germain for a transfer worth €60 million.

July 2023: Officially Joined PSG

On 7 July 2023, PSG officially announced that Manuel Ugarte had joined the club on a five-year contract until 30 June 2028.

August 2023: Nominated for UNFP Player of the Month

In August 2023, Manuel Ugarte was nominated for the UNFP Player of the Month award and registered 41 ball recoveries in his first four Ligue 1 matches.