Manuel Ugarte, the author of a breathtaking start to the season in his new Paris colours, agrees on both sides. The Uruguayan midfielder looks back on his adaptation in the French capital.

Manuel Ugarte, satisfaction

Recognizing the quality of the player, Luis Campos was quick to pull out his checkbook to pay Sporting Portugal €60 million to secure the services of the Uruguayan midfielder. An undisputed keeper in Luis Enrique’s squad, the 22-year-old midfielder has already made his mark as manager of the Paris midfield.

Currently in the squad for the 2026 World Cup qualifier with Uruguay, Manuel Ugarte took the opportunity to give an interview ESPN. Indeed, the right-sided defensive midfielder is making his adjustment in the French capital so quickly despite his difficult start.

“It’s a completely different team, one of the best in the world in terms of the quality of players, it’s also a team in the making. I’m very happy because it’s a new step I’m taking in my career and I feel ready.”he said first before continuing. “The first weeks were difficult for me, because at Sporting Lisbon I always felt very comfortable and happy, and to go to Paris you have to adapt, but I feel that now I am very good, with a lot of confidence. , and my teammates. are also trying help me. In the right direction”Manuel Ugarte added at the microphone ESPN.

Manuel Ugarte Ribeiro, who joins Paris Saint-Germain from Sporting Portugal this summer, is having no trouble adapting to his new surroundings. Former FC Famalicão have already made everyone agree in the French capital for their first four games in Ligue 1 de France. In these first four meetings in the French Championship, the 22-year-old has always been a starter in Luis Enrique’s set-up, providing perfect replicas in midfield. He has already provided an assist.