Lille defender Leny Yoro is on the brink of joining Manchester United following the agreement of a deal exceeding £50 million. The 18-year-old underwent a medical in England on Wednesday and is set to finalize his contract on Thursday, with an official announcement expected shortly. Yoro is poised to sign a five-year contract with an optional extension of 12 months.
From Real Madrid Preference to United’s Convincing Pursuit
Initially, it seemed Real Madrid was Yoro’s preferred destination, but Manchester United managed to persuade him to join their ranks. This transfer is part of United’s plan to strengthen their defense, particularly after the departures of Raphael Varane and Willy Kambwala. The club also retains interest in Everton’s Jarrad Branthwaite and Bayern Munich’s Matthijs de Ligt.
A Future Defensive Partnership
Football analyst Sam Tighe believes Yoro could form a formidable defensive partnership with Lisandro Martinez at Manchester United but advises fans to be patient with the young defender. French football expert Jonathan Johnson commended Yoro as a very complete and mature defender, suggesting he is one of the best young defensive talents in Europe.
Impressive Performance at Lille
Yoro made 41 appearances for Lille in all competitions last season, scoring three goals. His transfer is seen as a significant upgrade for Manchester United, potentially making it one of the best deals of the summer.
Additionally, Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood is nearing a move to Marseille, having agreed on personal terms and been granted permission for a medical. The deal is valued at £26.5 million, with United securing a significant sell-on clause.
Fulham Eyes McTominay
Furthermore, Fulham is considering a second bid for Manchester United midfielder Scott McTominay after their initial offer was rejected. The discussions continue internally as they look for alternatives to replace Joao Palhinha.
Transfer Window Closing Soon
The summer transfer window closes on August 30 at 11 pm UK time for the Premier League and 11:30 pm in Scotland. Manchester United remains active in the market, assessing their options and finalizing deals before the deadline.
