DEAL CLOSE: Big blow for Liverpool as £60m superstar agreed personal terms to join Man United, announcement imminent
Major Setback for Liverpool as £60m Star Agrees to Join Man United Over Liverpool, Announcement Imminent
Manchester United and Liverpool have been consistently linked with rising star Leny Yoro, but the latest developments favor the club from Old Trafford.
Recently, it was reported (via CO) that while Yoro had an offer from Liverpool, his preference was a move to Real Madrid. However, today’s update from The Daily Star reveals that Manchester United have made a decisive bid for Everton’s Jarrad Branthwaite, valuing him at £43m. Despite this, Everton are holding out for £70m.
Due to the impasse over Branthwaite, Manchester United have shifted their focus to Leny Yoro, the promising center-back from Lille. The club has now made Yoro their top target for bolstering their central defense.
Reports suggest that Yoro, who will be out of contract next year, is valued around £40m and is eager to join Manchester United. There are discrepancies in the reported fees, with foreign media quoting a higher price than British outlets. Specifically, a recent report from Record indicates that Lille is seeking around £59m (70 million euros) for the teenage defender.
Yoro, at just 18 years old, has already established himself as a regular starter in Ligue 1, helping Lille achieve twenty clean sheets across all competitions last season. Data from The Athletic highlights his strengths: he excels as the last defender, favors short passing, and is adept at carrying the ball forward.
Manchester United are in need of a reliable partner for Lisandro Martinez in central defense. Securing Yoro would be a significant achievement, particularly as they are set to edge out Liverpool for his signature despite lacking Champions League football next season.
An official announcement is expected soon, marking a major coup for Manchester United and a significant blow for Liverpool in the transfer market.
