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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Lawrence Ostlere

Leny Yoro: The ‘new’ Man Utd signing poised for vital role in Ruben Amorim’s defence

There are still four weeks until the transfer window opens, but Ruben Amorim already has a shiny new signing to drop into his Manchester United team. French defender Leny Yoro made his debut on Wednesday night in the final 35 minutes of the Premier League match against Arsenal, and while United were beaten for the first time under Amorim, there were exciting signs in the cameo of their teenage prodigy.

Signed in the summer, Yoro sustained a foot injury in pre-season which required surgery and so is only now beginning his United career. A player bought by Erik ten Hag to play in a back four made his bow on the right side of Amorim’s back three, and it is a position that suits his style.

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