manchester united They are reportedly in “active talks” with Paraguayan team Cerro Porteño to sign talented defender Diego León, according to transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano.
The left-back position has been a cause of concern for the Red Devils of late due to injury problems for Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia.
Shaw has not played for United since February before returning to action recently, but has suffered a new injury and will miss the next few games.
On the other hand, Malacia was out due to injury for almost 18 months but is now back to full fitness. However, he is not yet ready to play regularly, so Diogo Dalot has been playing in the left-back position with Ruben Amorim.
Dalot is a right back by characteristics and has found it difficult to show his best on the left in recent games. So United have apparently been exploring the market to sign a new LB as they have been linked with a few names including Alphonso Davies and Theo Hernandez.
León to Manchester United
Now, writing in unknown, Roman He says Man Utd have identified Leon as a serious option to strengthen the left side of the defense for the long-term future and are already in “active talks” to secure his service.
United are looking to complete the deal for a fee of around £3m and are also in talks with the player's representatives over personal terms.
Romano wrote:
“Manchester United are in active talks with Cerro Porteño for 17-year-old left-back Diego León as a talent for the future. “Like the Sekou Koné deal last summer, Man Utd continue to look for talent from abroad and a $4 million deal is also being negotiated with León's agents.”
The Paraguayan is still only 17 years old and will reportedly not be able to join Manchester United until he turns 18, which will happen in April next year. He will therefore join next summer if United can get the deal done now.
León has already established himself as a key player for Cerro Porteño, Paraguay's top category. He is fast, strong and excellent in attack, in addition, he is efficient in defensive contributions.
