“We Will Hear Some Very Good News About Him Soon. He’s A Unique Player; It’s No Surprise Real Madrid Wanted Him So Badly,” Said Erik Ten Hag, Providing An Update On Leny Yoro While Making A Bold Prediction About The Injured Manchester United Defender. “What Surprises Me Is That He’s Only 18 Years Old, But…”

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has spoken highly of summer signing Leny Yoro, describing the young defender as “one of the biggest assets in European football.” Yoro, who joined United from Lille, has already made a strong impression on his new boss, despite currently recovering from an injury.

The 18-year-old arrived at Old Trafford after an outstanding season in Ligue 1, where he established himself as one of Europe’s top young talents. His exceptional passing ability was showcased with 1,727 completed passes during the 2023/24 season, making him the most prolific passer among teenagers in Europe’s top five leagues. His performances earned him a £52.2 million move to Manchester United, where he was expected to continue his rapid growth.

Yoro made a positive start at United, earning praise for his solid debut in a pre-season friendly against Rangers at Murrayfield. His calmness, defensive skills, and maturity beyond his years confirmed why United were so keen to secure his signature.

However, Yoro’s momentum was halted during United’s US tour when he fractured the fifth metatarsal in his left foot during a friendly against Arsenal. This injury is expected to keep him out for around three months, meaning he will miss the opening fixtures of the Premier League season, including key matches against Fulham, Brighton, and Liverpool. Yoro is anticipated to return around September 14th when United takes on Southampton.

Despite this setback, Ten Hag remains optimistic about Yoro’s future. In an interview with Sky Sports, Ten Hag praised the defender’s maturity and resilience in dealing with his injury, noting, “We signed him because of his strong personality and maturity. He’s handling it well, staying positive and focused on his rehab.” Ten Hag added, “For his age, he’s incredibly mature, and I’m confident he’ll be back soon to help the team.”

In a separate interview with SuperSport, Ten Hag reiterated that Yoro is a crucial part of Manchester United’s future. “He’s one of the most promising assets in European football,” Ten Hag stated. “Leny knows he has a lot of development ahead, and we’re here to support him in reaching his ambitions.”

The club’s belief in Yoro reflects their long-term vision for the young defender, seeing him as a cornerstone of their future defense. Despite the injury, Manchester United is confident that Yoro has the potential to become one of Europe’s top defenders, and the coaching staff is fully committed to aiding his development.

As Yoro continues his rehabilitation, both the club and its supporters eagerly await his return, expecting him to play a pivotal role in Manchester United’s defense under Ten Hag’s guidance.