Sir Jim Ratcliffe has been working on this transaction for a long time, and it is now a done deal. The shocking news is that Manchester United has finally completed an agreement to recruit an exemplary player who is worth sixty million pounds

With Raphael Varane’s contract nearing its end and his departure imminent, Manchester United is actively searching for a new central defender. Among their top targets is Leny Yoro, and recent reports from AS suggest that United is “very serious” about securing his services. They have already put forward an offer close to Lille’s £51 million valuation.

Real Madrid also has a keen interest in the French defender, but they are hesitant to match Lille’s price, capping their maximum bid at £34 million. Yoro’s contract with Lille runs until June 2025, providing the French club with some leverage in negotiations.

However, Lille’s preference to sell to the highest bidder may be challenged as Yoro is reportedly determined to join the reigning European champions, Real Madrid. If a deal is not reached this summer, the “very ambitious” Yoro could potentially wait and transfer to Madrid for free next year.

**United’s Strategic Move: Regular Starting Position as a Bargaining Chip**

Yoro has distinguished himself as one of the most promising young center-backs in Ligue 1. His debut season with Lille was marked by impressive statistics: a 92 percent pass completion rate, winning 63 percent of his duels, averaging 3.9 recoveries, and three clearances per game, while rarely losing possession.

Manchester United, aware of Lille’s financial demands, is willing to come close to the £51 million price tag. However, the bigger challenge lies in convincing Yoro to choose Old Trafford over Madrid. The Red Devils have a strategic advantage here. With Varane’s departure, United can offer Yoro a regular starting role alongside Lisandro Martinez, a prospect that might not be immediately available at Real Madrid.

In conclusion, Manchester United’s proactive approach and the promise of significant playing time might be decisive factors in securing Leny Yoro’s signature, despite stiff competition from Real Madrid. The football world now awaits the official announcement, which seems to be just around the corner.