Leny Yoro’s stats compared to Man Utd’s other centre-backs ahead of £52 million transfer and there’s a clear winner

Leny Yoro’s Stats Compared to Man Utd’s Other Centre-Backs: A Clear Winner Emerging

Manchester United’s impending £52 million signing, Leny Yoro, has been making waves with his incredible stats compared to the Red Devils’ current centre-back options. The 18-year-old wonderkid is set to bring a new level of excitement to Old Trafford, and his numbers are looking phenomenal.

Yoro has been likened to a "man mountain" due to his towering 6ft 3 frame, and his aerial dueling prowess is just one area where he excels. While Lisandro Martinez took top honours in pass accuracy, Yoro came out on top in almost every other department. He won the most ground duels, recorded 97 clearances, 36 interceptions, and an impressive 124 ball recoveries last season.

The Frenchman has been flying under the radar despite his incredible stats, but it seems he’s about to take centre stage at United. Here are some key takeaways from Squawka’s comparison matrix:

• Aerial duels: Harry Maguire top dog, but Yoro still showed impressive numbers
• Ground duels: Yoro won the most with 124, followed closely by Martinez
• Clearances: Yoro recorded 97, while Maguire was responsible for 83
• Interceptions: Martinez had 34, but Yoro didn’t trail far behind with 36
• Ball recoveries: Yoro’s 124 was significantly ahead of the pack

What stands out most about Yoro is his calming presence on the pitch. He’s consistently composed, with an excellent ability to read the game. His positional sense is also impressive, and he has vital recovery pace to get back and make crucial tackles.

Yoro’s contract with Lille was set to expire in 2025, but the club opted to sell him instead of losing him for free next summer. This follows a string of high-profile departures from Lille, including Victor Osimhen, Rafael Leao, and Nicolas Pepe.

As Manchester United gears up for the new season, Yoro’s arrival is expected to bolster Erik ten Hag’s defensive options. We can’t wait to see how he pairs up with Lisandro Martinez and the rest of the United backline.

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