Man Utd prepare to fight Real Madrid to sign Leny Yoro
According to a French media L'Equipe, manchester united are interested in signing Lille wonderkid Leny Yoro during the summer transfer window but face competition from real Madrid.
Yoro is one of the most sought after young centre-backs in Europe and is currently attracting a lot of interest after an impressive full campaign with Lille. L'Equipe reports that the French club are willing to sell him for £34 million, with his current contract expiring next summer.
The 18-year-old has a preference to move to Real Madrid in the next transfer window, but Man United remain in the race to land his signature. Paris Saint-Germain is also in the race to sign the centre-back, who played 44 games for Lille in the recently concluded season.
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The Red Devils are in the transfer market for a new centre-back. Raphael Varane is expected to leave when his contract expires on June 30 and United are likely to focus on a right-footed replacement. Yoro is far from a complete player at the moment, but his immense potential would make him a good signing.
In the recent season, Yoro completed 92% of his passes and also attracted attention for its good aerial presence. He was also impressive for his ability to clear his lines and for his ball recovery. His form at the end of the season was far from convincing, but if we look at his campaign as a whole, he has the makings to become a top-class defender.
Lille valued their youngster at a much higher price at the beginning of the year, but the scenario has definitely changed with his precarious contract situation. The French team could lose its prized asset on a free transfer within seven months, considering that foreign clubs can negotiate a pre-contract from January.
This could be one of the reasons behind his lower rating and it remains to be seen if United will be able to take him. Real Madrid is the player's preference, but Lille may want a quick resolution so they can use the funds to find a replacement. United will try to convince the youngster with regular playing time. Yoro could be given a starting role alongside Lisandro Martínez in the heart of the club's defense if he decides to join them.
