Manchester United and Real Madrid are both vying for the signature of Leny Yoro. Lille has accepted a formal proposal from Manchester United, but Yoro’s decision remains pending. Real Madrid’s interest adds complexity to the situation.
- Manchester United’s €50 million proposal for Leny Yoro has been accepted by Lille.
- Yoro’s decision is still pending, with Real Madrid also showing interest.
- Yoro’s contract with Lille expires next summer, adding urgency to the transfer.
Manchester United’s Proposal Accepted
According to a recent tweet by football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Manchester United has had a formal proposal accepted by Lille for the promising French center-back, Leny Yoro. The deal, reportedly valued at €50 million (£42.26 million), signifies United’s intent to bolster their defensive lineup. This comes after United’s unsuccessful attempt to secure Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite and their ongoing discussions with Bayern Munich for Matthijs de Ligt.
🇫🇷 Leny Yoro’s future, still depending on his decision…
…after Man United formal proposal accepted by Lille and Real Madrid strategy. ⤵️
pic.twitter.com— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano)
October 07, 2023
Real Madrid’s Strategic Interest
While Manchester United appears to have made significant progress, Real Madrid’s interest in Yoro remains a critical factor. Despite their persistent efforts, Real Madrid’s offers have yet to meet Lille’s valuation. The young defender’s reported preference for a move to Madrid further complicates the scenario for Manchester United. Yoro, who has one year left on his contract with Lille, has the leverage to negotiate terms from January, making his decision pivotal.
Lille’s Dilemma
Lille finds itself in a challenging position. With Yoro’s contract expiring next summer, the French club is keen to finalize a deal to avoid losing him for free. If an agreement with Real Madrid cannot be reached, and should Yoro decide against joining Manchester United, Lille might have to retain him for the remainder of his contract, risking his departure without any financial compensation.
For more detailed player statistics and transfer history, check Leny Yoro’s profile on Transfermarkt.
