Battle Of The Big Giants: Madrid And Manutd Set To Battle It Out For Young French Center-Back
Manchester United are prepared to beat Real Madrid to the signing of Lille defender Leny Yoro during the next transfer window.
The Red Devils are likely to invest in a young centre-back this summer with the prospect of Raphael Varane heading for the exit door.
The Frenchman’s deal expires at the end of June, and there are no plans to extend his contract beyond that period.
Yoro has been linked with United in recent weeks and Fichajes claim that they are ready to beat Los Blancos to his signature this summer.
Lille are eyeing €60-70 million for Yoro. United are willing to meet their demands, but it won’t be the case with Madrid.
Los Blancos are reluctant to enter a bidding war for the highly rated defender and consider the current price tag prohibitive.
Varane has been a quality presence for United at the heart of the backline, but his injury concerns have led to doubts over his future.
While some fans believe the club should keep the World Cup winner next term, they could part ways with him due to his huge wages.
Yoro would be a good acquisition to replace his compatriot. He is a right centre-back by trade and has a passing accuracy of 92 per cent this term.
The 18-year-old has won 66 per cent of his duels with 2.9 clearances and 4.1 recoveries per league game. Stats credit: Fotmob
He is still inexperienced at the top level but has shown plenty of maturity for his age.
With his contract expiring in June next year, United should look to prise him away for around €45-50m in the next transfer window.
Transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano recently discussed Yoro’s future to CaughtOffside and admitted: “Leny Yoro is one of the most exciting talents who could be on the market this summer, and there have been fresh stories about Man Utd trying to win the race for the young Lille defender’s signature.
“For now, my understanding is that there will be many clubs in the race. For sure Real Madrid are there, same for Paris Saint-Germain. Man United have sent scouts to follow him but at the moment, no more movement as [they are] still waiting for [the] new board to decide [on] summer transfer window plans.
Transfer fee credit: Football Transfers
