Manchester United’s Attempt to Sign Leny Yoro Falls Through
Manchester United’s effort to bolster their squad with a quality center-back this summer has hit a snag, as their move to sign Lille’s young star Leny Yoro has been unsuccessful. According to reports from France, the Red Devils made an offer that was accepted by Lille for the young French player.
Manchester United’s Offer for Leny Yoro
United offered 50 million euros (42 million pounds) for Leny Yoro, which was better than Real Madrid’s initial offer. However, despite Lille accepting the offer, Yoro was not convinced enough to join Manchester United. According to Marca, the 18-year-old prefers to wait for a move to Santiago Bernabeu.
One of the Most Sought-After Young Players in World Football
Leny Yoro is considered one of the most sought-after young players in world football. He made his debut for Lille at the age of 16 and has since played 60 matches for the team. However, as he enters the final year of his contract, this summer’s transfer window represents Lille’s last significant opportunity to demand a substantial fee for his transfer.
Paulo Fonseca’s Views on Yoro
Former Lille head coach Paulo Fonseca predicted last season that Yoro would secure a major transfer. Fonseca stated, “I believe Yoro will be with one of Europe’s top clubs next year. He is very ambitious but also very disciplined. He started with us at the age of 16. He is very mature and has great quality. He wants to learn every day, and I have no doubt that he will become one of the best center-backs in modern football.”
Manchester United’s Other Transfer Targets
While Manchester United’s attempt to sign Leny Yoro has ended in disappointment, their move for another defender, Matthijs de Ligt, is progressing well. English football legend Alan Shearer also commented that De Ligt would be a good signing for Manchester United.
Speaking to Betfair, Shearer said, “Matthijs de Ligt has been linked with a move to Old Trafford, and I think he would be a good signing for Manchester United. He is a really good player. Really solid. He might not be able to get into the Dutch team, but he would be a good addition for Manchester United. I like him a lot and think his playing style will suit the Premier League.”
Manchester United’s transfer strategies and targets are crucial for the club’s future success. With Leny Yoro’s rejected offer, attention now turns to the potential signing of Matthijs de Ligt.
