There had been talk of United shifting out the Uruguay international this month under former manager Ruben Amorim.
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However, the Athletic says management have had a change of heart with Michael Carrick now in charge.
Ajax have held talks with United for Ugarte about a loan deal, though the Dutch giants have been turned down.
United are keen to hold onto Ugarte over concerns about the options available to Carrick in midfield this season.