Man United receive massive transfer boost as they Make ‘Call’ to Lille Over £51m Wonderkid as possible Varane Replacement

Man United receive massive transfer boost as they Make ‘Call’ to Lille Over £51m Wonderkid as possible Varane Replacement

Manchester united have made a call to Lille to make them aware of their interest in Leny Yoro

Erik ten Hag’s side are to prioritise signing a defender.

Lenny Yoro offers potential for long-term investment with immediate impact on the defensive front.

Manchester United are pushing to sign Lille defender Leny Yoro in the summer transfer window, with Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano confirming that the Red Devils have made a call to discuss a potential move.

Adding an additional defender to Erik ten Hag’s squad could be a priority for United with Raphael Varane departing at the end of his contract. Ten Hag was forced to deal with a defensive crisis during the 2023/2024 season with Casemiro often deployed at centre-back.

Italian reporter Romano has provided an update on United’s pursuit of Yoro in his daily briefing, confirming that the Red Devils have made a call to Lille to make all parties aware of their interest…

“For now, United’s priorities are still centre-back, left-back and striker, but in midfield there could be some movement as well.

“Ugarte could be an option, he could be one to watch, but let’s wait and see if it turns into anything more concrete. On the centre-back issue, I can reveal that United called Lille again in the last 24-48 about Leny Yoro, to make all parties aware of their interest.”

At the age of 18, Yoro is far from reaching his full potential, but he’s also become a regular for Lille already. The French defender has the ability to make an instant impact while also being a signing for the long term. Whether he would become an instant starter remains to be seen, but there’s also no guarantee they are able to secure his signature.

Top sources have confirmed that Real Madrid are also interested in signing the 18-year-old, but Yoro would prefer a move to the Spanish giants.

Real Madrid are yet to arrive at the table with a formal offer, but Yoro has already agreed personal terms with Carlo Ancelotti’s side. Everton’s Jarrad Branthwaite is another option for United