Manchester United fans all agreed on the same reason for the horrific first half showing against Leeds that brought boos at half-time.
Leeds went in 2-0 up at half-time after a historic brace from Noah Okafor, with Michael Carrick's side completely outplayed in their first game for 24 days.
The Red Devils found themselves chasing shadows at Old Trafford and completely overrun in midfield. But plenty of United supporters watching the dross served up made the clear connection that the shocking showing was linked to Manuel Ugarte being handed a rare start.
The Uruguayan got the nod after an injury to Kobbie Mainoo and he and Casemiro were pulled all over the place in the first 45 minutes.
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Ugarte has never really received much love from United supporters and the poor showing against their rivals was pinned on him. Plenty also called him to be transfer listed immediately after the dismal display.
One fan on X wrote: "This was really the most predictable thing ever, if you play Manuel Ugarte you lose that’s the rule."
A second said: "Ugarte must be the first guy out as soon as that transfer window opens."
A third wrote: "What is Ugarte good at? Absolutely stinking footballer."
A fourth fumed: "Ugarte should be sold at half time."
A final user stated: "What a dreadful performance, no shock Ugarte is in that midfield, awful..."
Ugarte joined United from Paris Saint-Germain for an initial £42 million in 2024 but the midfielder has failed to impress and will surely be on his way out in the summer.
According to a recent report from The Sun, Ugarte is one of five players facing the axe from United in the summer window.
It's claimed that loanees Marcus Rashford, Andre Onana and Rasmus Hojlund are all expected to moved on permanently, with Ugarte and Joshua Zirkzee also available for transfer.
United hope to raise £100 million in player sales and also free up wages with the departures of Casemiro, Jadon Sancho and Tyrell Malacia, who are all out of contract.
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