17-year-old Lamine Yamal compared to 18-year-old Manchester United star Leny Yoro

Premier League giants Manchester United have made a significant splash in the transfer market, signing 18-year-old French defensive sensation Leny Yoro who has drawn comparison to Lamine Yamal. 

The Red Devils successfully outmanoeuvred Champions League winners Real Madrid to secure the services of the young centre-back in a deal that could reach up to 62 million euros.

The acquisition, orchestrated by United's new owners INEOS, has already generated considerable buzz in football circles. 

Consequently, Spanish outlet AS has drawn comparisons between Yoro and Barcelona's wunderkind Yamal, dubbing the defender "the Lamine Yamal of Manchester United defence."

Yoro's potential saw a heated debate after the Red Devils unveiled him after winning the battle for his signature against Real. 

Following the debates, AS has added their voice, describing the youngster as United’s version of Yamal, who shone like a million star in Spain’s successful Euro 2024 outing.

According to their report which included a glowing tribute to the United youngster from his former manager at Lille, Paulo Fonseca, who gave him his break, and France U23 coach Thierry Henry, both expressing high praise for the youngster. 

Arsenal legend Henry, in particular, described Yoro as "extraordinary."

The teenager's reputation preceded his Old Trafford debut, with some already likening him to Liverpool's Virgil van Dijk. 

Yoro lived up to these lofty expectations in his first appearance for United, putting in a stellar performance in a victory against Scottish giants Rangers. 

This match also marked the club's first win under the new INEOS ownership.

Analysts suggest that Yoro possesses "all the qualities necessary to succeed in professional football," viewing him as both an impressive talent for the present and a star in the making for the future. 

His signing is seen as a strategic move by Manchester United to bolster their defensive options and invest in long-term success.

With the Red Devils’ aim to regain their position at the top of English and European football, the acquisition of Yoro represents a significant statement of intent. 

With his combination of youth, talent, and potential, Yoro could well become a cornerstone of Manchester United's defence for years to come.