Manchester United, one of the Premier League giants, has secured the signing of highly sought-after teenager Leny Yoro from Lille. The 18-year-old center-back has inked a five-year deal with the club, including an option to extend for an additional year.
Leny Yoro Is Honored To Join Manchester United
The gravity of joining a club like Manchester United is not lost on Yoro, as he expressed in his first interview as a Manchester United player:
“Signing for a club with the stature and ambition of Manchester United so early in my career is an incredible honor.
According to AP News, Manchester United have paid €62 million ($68 million) for Yoro, with additional payments of up to $8 million based on performance-related goals.
How Does Yoro Operate?
Yoro is known for being a strong and reliable defender, operating as a right-center-back in a back-four system. He excels in one-on-one duels, preventing attackers from turning him easily and giving his team time to regroup.
In possession, Yoro prefers short, safe passes to maintain control. With the right guidance, he could improve his ability to play longer, vertical passes under Erik ten Hag’s coaching.
A Look At Yoro’s Career At Lille
Yoro joined Lille’s youth system in 2017 and made his Ligue 1 debut in May 2022 at just 16 years old. Over the next few seasons, he became a key player for Lille, earning recognition in Ligue 1’s team of the season for his performances.
With immense potential, Yoro’s development at Manchester United will be closely monitored as he aims to become a world-class defender under Ten Hag’s guidance.
