Lille have one of the game’s most exciting prospects on their hands, and TEAMtalk can reveal that Liverpool, Chelsea, and Manchester United are all interested in signing him. Leny Yoro, an 18-year-old defender, is having an outstanding debut season, and his performances have piqued the interest of some of Europe’s biggest clubs.
Lille hopes to keep the centre-back until at least the summer after he has been a key player this season.
However, that is becoming less likely by the day as more and more teams express their interest. Real Madrid is a huge fan of Yoro and is currently short on defensive options, but they may wait until the summer to make an official move.
Real is looking for a player who can come in and be an instant hit. As a result, rival suitors may be able to outbid the Spanish giants for Yoro by making an offer in January.
Liverpool, Chelsea, and Manchester United are all interested in Leny Yoro.
Yoro has long been a favorite of Liverpool fans. Their scouts had been keeping an eye on the teenager for several years before he burst onto the scene last year.
It’s no secret that Jurgen Klopp wants to bolster his defensive options in the winter transfer window, and TEAMtalk understands.
According to our sources, Chelsea has also conducted scouting of Yoro as they continue to track the best young talents in football.
The London club has a philosophy of bringing top young players to Stamford Bridge and has several first-team targets this winter.
Manchester United will have a busy transfer window in the coming weeks as they look to build a new future under Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s potential minority ownership and assist Erik ten Hag in his bid to finish in the top four.
As with Liverpool, a new centre-back with the ability to slot straight into the first team and be a long-term investment is one of the Red Devils’ top priorities.
TEAMtalk can confirm that Yoro is one player who Manchester United would like to sign as one of the club’s first signings under the new owner.
Lille, on the other hand, will not let Yoro leave cheaply, and our sources say the club has set a £45 million asking price for him.
This is only the initiation fee, and the French club will demand sell-on clauses and add-ons be included in any deal.
The most difficult obstacle for all of Yoro’s suitors is Paris Saint-Germain, who have already made contact with the defender’s agents in an attempt to persuade him to relocate to the French capital, which is an appealing prospect for the player.
Yoro was signed as a child by Lille and progressed through their youth system before being promoted to the first team.
They’re hoping to sign him to a new contract before his current one expires in 2025. At this point, however, an exit is more likely.