Manchester United have agreed a €50m fee for young centre-back Leni Yoro, with his current club Lille agreeing a move. Sky Sports reports that Manchester United have reached an agreement in principle with French Ligue 1 side Lille. For the signing of 18-year-old defender Leni Yoro for €50 million.
Lille are facing a difficult situation as Yoro only has one year left on his contract and it is inevitable that. They will consider selling the player in the summer transfer window amid interest from Europe’s top two clubs. Real Madrid and Manchester United UFABET
According to the report, citing sources, Yoro is keen on a move to Real Madrid. But so far Los Blancos’ offer is far short of Lille’s asking price. With a maximum figure of €40m expected and the La Liga and Champions League winners of last season unwilling to pay more than that.
If Yoro ultimately wants to move to Real Madrid alone and Los Blancos fail to improve their offer to Lille’s satisfaction. The 18-year-old defender will remain in Ligue 1 for another season before moving on for free next year.
United sporting director Dan Ashworth said: “Lanie is one of the most exciting young defenders in world football. He has all the attributes needed to develop into a world-class centre-back. After such a strong start to his career. We are excited to be backing him as he continues to develop his potential at Manchester United.”