Chelsea back off Ugarte, leaving him for PSG

According to journalist Fabrizio Romano, Chelsea are backing off Manuel Ugarte, leaving him almost guarenteed to sign with French giants PSG. 

It was reported that the London team were also making moves to sign the midfielder and would be willing to match PSG's offer in the region of 60 million euros, but now it appears PSG raised the bar and Chelsea wouldn't match it.

Romano reports now that the personal terms of the deal have been agreed with Paris and now to final round of talks are taking place with Sporting to complete the deal.

The Uruguayan has had a good season with Sporting Lisbon, and helped his team to secure a 4th place finish, which will see them in the UEFA Conference League next season.

 

June 5, 2023