Manchester United generational talent determined to get back fighting on the pitch

Leny Yoro is yet to make his competitive debut for Manchester United after joining the club in a £52 million transfer from Lille.

Apart from brief spells on the pitch during pre-season, United fans have seen very little of new signing Yoro, who turns 19 year.

The French teenager picked up an injury in a pre-season friendly against Arsenal and has had to patiently wait for his recovery to be complete.

Speaking to ManUtd.com, Yoro discussed his frustration at waiting on the sidelines and his eagerness to get back to fighting on the pitch, which will be music to the ears of fellow United fans.

“Honestly, all the times I come to watch the games, I just want to be on the pitch. I know it’s closer now, so I stay ready and I just want to be on the pitch with the guys and to fight for the club.

“The fans, they have been amazing. They always support me and they send me a lot of messages to support me through the injury. They look forward to seeing me so I hope I will give them a good way to play and I’m just looking forward to being with them in the stadium.”

Leny Yoro developing strong friendships at United

Yoro went on to explain some of the relationships he has built since joining United in the summer. Although he has been out nursing an injury, the talented youngster has struck a particularly strong bond with the likes of Kobbie Mainoo and Amad Diallo.

“I’m close to everyone. With everyone I’ve got a good relationship but yeah I stay close to most of the time the young guys, like Kobbie and Amad. I speak a lot with Onana, because he speaks French. Garnacho is a good guy, but everyone is good, you know?

“I play NBA with Kobbie. I like basketball. I’m not a big fan of any team, I just like to watch the games and the show of America!”

It helps a young player settle when they join a healthy environment and I don’t think the dressing room is as toxic as it once was. However, the results on the pitch haven’t been good enough which led to the sacking of Erik ten Hag.

Yoro will now play under Ruben Amorim, who is reportedly excited to work with the ‘generational talent’ as he looks to introduce a back-three system at United.

The French kid is expected to play a key role in that defence once he returns to fitness.