Man Utd Contacts Lille for Leny Yoro

Man Utd Contacts Lille for Leny Yoro

Man Utd Contacts Lille for Leny Yoro

According to Sky Sports reporter Dharmesh Sheth, Manchester United have initiated talks with French club Lille to sign defender Leny Yoro this summer.

United are in the market for a new central defender. Their primary target has been Everton’s Jarrad Branthwaite, but negotiations have stalled as Everton demands £70 million while United is unwilling to exceed £43 million.

Sheth reports that the Red Devils have now approached Lille about Yoro, considering him as an alternative due to the impasse with Everton over Branthwaite.

A highly talented player, Yoro is one of Europe’s most sought-after young defenders. The 18-year-old had an impressive breakthrough season with Lille, boasting a 92% pass completion rate and winning 65% of his aerial duels in Ligue 1. He also averaged nearly 4 recoveries and 3 clearances per game.

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Lille is willing to sell Yoro for around £42 million. Despite his contract expiring next season, his maturity and potential make him a bargain.

United face competition from Liverpool and Real Madrid for Yoro, but they might have an edge by offering regular first-team football.

With Raphael Varane leaving on a free transfer next month, manager Erik ten Hag could offer Yoro a starting role, similar to his approach with young talents at Ajax.

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