Manchester United have made headlines by signing teenage defender Leni Yoro from Lille for £58m, despite the player being just 18.
Manchester United defender Harry Maguire has hailed new centre-back Leni Yoro. And warned fans to be patient and give the player a chance to prove himself .
“He has all the attributes of a modern centre-back. So I’m sure he’ll have a bright future,” the former United captain told The ยูฟ่าเบท.
Sources say United agreed a 62 million euro ($67.56 million) fee for Yoro, who has played 60 games for Lille.
The centre-back, who made 41 appearances last term. Was name in the Ligue 1 team. Of the season after helping Lille finish fourth and secure a Champions League qualifying spot.
“It’s our job as senior centre-backs, and my job is to help him, communicate well. And let him know what we expect.”
Yoro has been chased by several top European clubs, with Real Madrid one of the teams linked to the player.
He will be a welcome addition to a back line that has been riddled. With injuries and has seen Raphael Varane depart.
“Leny is one of the most exciting young defenders in world football. He possesses every attribute needed to develop into a top-class centre-back,” United sporting director Dan Ashworth said in a statement.
“There will certainly be moments where I’m sure he’ll feel a lot of pressure. And there will be moments where he’ll feel like the best player in the world and that’s what this club offers,” Maguire said.