Leny Yoro can hardly believe that he can now call himself a Manchester United player. In the first interview with the club channel of the Red Devils The enthusiasm radiates from the eighteen-year-old defender, who was acquired from Lille OSC for the equivalent of 50 million euros.

“Manchester United is the biggest club in the world. It has always been a dream for me to play for this club. And the supporters here are really great,” Yoro rejoiced on Monday in an interview with MUTV.

The French multi-million signing has already been in contact with his new manager. “I've spoken to Erik ten Hag. He's looking for players who really want to win. If he gives me a starting spot, I'm ready to die for this club.”

Leny Yoro can't wait for the new season with Manchester United.

Premier League

Yoro can't wait for his Premier League debut. The baptism of fire will probably come on August 16, when Manchester United open the new season against Fulham. “This is the biggest competition in the world. This is where football really exists. And the level is insane, there will be no easy games for me. The Premier League is above all.”

“This is a historic moment in my career and I am honestly very excited to play at Old Trafford. So yes, this is incredible. I could see myself on the pitch. I was there with my family and they were also very impressed. So yes, we took a lot of pictures!”, says Yoro with a smile.

The new centre-back wants to make Old Trafford his second home. “It's one of the biggest stadiums in the world. I'm thrilled to be here and hope to see the fans in the stadium soon,” Yoro tells the Manchester United fans.

Rio Ferdinand

Yoro became enthusiastic about the move to Manchester United when former defender Rio Ferdinand called him. “First of all, I was very impressed when I spoke to him. It lasted about ten minutes. He helped me a lot in making my choice. It was really an honour to speak to him.”

“Rio spoke to me about Manchester United, and that this is a historical club with a great story. If I choose to do this, I have to fight for the club, to be ready, because this is the biggest club in the world. For me it was very good to talk to him about this,” Yoro said.

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