Manchester United signs Leny Yoro on a five-year deal

In today's Man Utd transfer news - Manchester United signs Leny Yoro. Yes, as per Fabrizio Romano, Leny Yoro to Man Utd is a done deal.
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After negotiations with the French teenage defender, Leny Yoro signs for Manchester United. Yes, the second signing of the INEOS era at Manchester United is Leny Yoro. After Raphael Varane left the club, United wanted to sign a centre-back. They wanted to sign Jarrad Branthwaite from Everton. But, the Premier League club wanted £70m for the English centre-back. So, the Red Devils needed to look elsewhere. They found the French teenage sensation to be perfect for the profile they were looking for. That is why they are paying £50m to LOSC Lille to sign Leny Yoro. Manchester United had stiff competition from Real Madrid who were offering a significantly less amount for the player. So, the player decided to go to Manchester United. And now, transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano has confirmed the Man Utd transfer news that Leny Yoro to Man Utd is a done deal.

Man Utd transfer news: Manchester United signs Leny Yoro

After Joshua Zrikzee, the INEOS-led management at Manchester United has completed the second signing. Leny Yoro initially wanted Real Madrid as his next destination. However, Madrid wanted him next season as a free agent. But, after negotiating with United, Yoro chose the Red Devils. That is why Manchester United signs Leny Yoro on a five-year contract with an option to extend a year further. Playing for Manchester United is always a privilege for any player. Real Madrid is a big club. And, beating them in a transfer race is a significant statement from INEOS. This shows even if United doesn't have Champions League to offer, they are still a huge club. This Man Utd transfer news of Leny Yoro to Man Utd is a done deal is a significant step towards reshaping the future of the club.

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