Transfer Deadline Day: Major League Soccer Signings
Ugarte Signs with Man Utd
On transfer deadline day, Manchester United signed midfielder Manuel Ugarte from Sporting Lisbon for a reported fee of £20 million.
The 21-year-old Uruguayan international has been a key player for Sporting Lisbon, making 40 appearances and scoring 3 goals in all competitions this season.
Ugarte is a defensive midfielder who is known for his tackling and ball-winning abilities. He is also a good passer and can contribute to the attack.
Nketiah Joins Crystal Palace
Crystal Palace have signed striker Eddie Nketiah from Arsenal on a free transfer.
The 23-year-old English striker has been a bit-part player for Arsenal, making just 21 appearances in all competitions this season.
Nketiah is a versatile forward who can play as a center-forward or a winger. He is a good finisher and is also good at creating chances for others.
Other Notable Transfers
In other notable transfers on deadline day, Barcelona signed midfielder Franck Kessie from AC Milan on a free transfer.
Tottenham Hotspur signed defender Clement Lenglet from Barcelona on a season-long loan.
Chelsea signed defender Kalidou Koulibaly from Napoli for a reported fee of £34 million.
Conclusion
Transfer deadline day was a busy one for Major League Soccer clubs, with a number of high-profile players moving clubs.
Manchester United and Crystal Palace were the most active clubs on deadline day, signing two players each.
It will be interesting to see how these new signings perform for their new clubs in the upcoming season.
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