MEDICAL ONGOING: Manchester United new signing currently undergoing medical at LONDON Carrington, after 5yr deal was signed yesterday – announcement coming up in the next hour – welcome to Old Trafford
Manchester United Medical Update: New Signing Set to Join Old Trafford
Manchester United’s latest acquisition is currently undergoing a medical examination at their Carrington training facility in London. This follows the signing of a five-year contract just yesterday. An official announcement is expected within the next hour, warmly welcoming the new player to Old Trafford.
**Transfer Rumors: Manchester United’s Pursuit of Leny Yoro**
In related transfer news, Manchester United has been linked with a move for French center-back Leny Yoro from Lille, according to recent reports from Spain.
Marca reports that Yoro has been on the radar of several top European clubs for months. Initially, Lille demanded a staggering fee of over £84.6 million (€100 million) for their young star. This hefty price tag led Real Madrid to momentarily step back, although they maintained contact with the 18-year-old.
Real Madrid is aware that other clubs are willing to offer more substantial financial packages to both Yoro and Lille. However, Yoro’s preference is to join the Spanish champions.
When Paris Saint-Germain approached Lille, negotiations were stymied by the strained relationship between Lille’s current president, Olivier Letang, and PSG’s Qatari leadership, dating back to Letang’s tenure as PSG’s Director of Football.
Subsequently, both Manchester United and Liverpool expressed interest in Yoro, but their offers fell short of Lille’s initial valuation of £84.6 million.
Despite the interest from various clubs, Yoro’s decision is clear: he wants to join Real Madrid. Those close to him are well aware of his preference.
Marca suggests that Lille may soon need to accept that Yoro is willing to remain with them for another season, with a view to moving to the Bernabeu on a free transfer next year. Once Lille comprehends this, they might lower their asking price to below €60 million.
Given Yoro’s strong desire to move to Madrid, it might be prudent for Manchester United to redirect their efforts towards other potential signings. Pursuing Yoro further could be unproductive, considering his clear intent to join Real Madrid.
