Manuel Ugarte is a Uruguayan professional footballer who plays as a defensive midfielder for Paris Saint-Germain and the Uruguay national team. Born on April 11, 2001, in Montevideo, Uruguay, Ugarte began his professional career with Club Atlético Fénix in Uruguay before moving to Famalicão in Portugal in 2021. His impressive performances in the Primeira Liga earned him a move to Sporting CP in 2021, where he quickly established himself as a key player. Known for his work rate, pressing, and ability to break up play, Ugarte became one of the most sought-after young defensive midfielders in Europe. In July 2023, Paris Saint-Germain signed him for a reported fee of around €60 million. He made his senior international debut for Uruguay and has been praised for his maturity and understanding of the game despite his young age. Ugarte is considered one of the brightest prospects in Uruguayan football.