Leny Yoro: Real Madrid, Manchester United in showdown to sign 18-year-old defender

Leny Yoro: Real Madrid, Manchester United in showdown to sign 18-year-old defender

Ifeanyi Ufomadu 15:53 - 09.07.2024

Lille have reportedly accepted an offer from Manchester United for their star defender Leny Yoro as the Red Devils look to hijack Real Madrid's move.

Manchester United have reportedly had a bid of €50m accepted by the Ligue 1 outfit Lille for their star defender Leny Yoro.

The offer is reported to be superior to that of Real Madrid, who have been the leading candidates to sign the 18-year-old defender.

The Red Devils' new co-owners INEOS want to sign two new center-backs this summer.

Manchester United to battle Real Madrid for Yoro signature

They need to improve their defense to finish in the top four next season, with the league becoming more competitive than ever.

The search for a long-term partner for Lisandro Martinez has led to Bayern Munich man Matthijs De Ligt, and that deal is reportedly close.

After Everton rejected their offer for Jarrad Branthwaite, it appears they are now back to challenge Real Madrid for Yoro.

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