New signing, Leny Yoro says Manchester United is the perfect club to help him reach his potential.

Yoro completed his move to United from Lille in a deal worth up to £58.9m after signing a five-year contract with the option of a further 12 months.

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It was thought Real Madrid were the Frenchman’s preference, but United worked hard to convince the 18-year-old to join after agreeing a deal worth an initial £52.2m, with potential add-ons worth almost £7m.

Speaking on his transfer to United Yoro said: “Signing for a club with the stature and ambition of Manchester United so early in my career is an incredible honour.

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“Since my first conversations with the club, they set out a clear plan for how I can develop in Manchester as part of this exciting project, and showed a lot of care for me and my family.

The player added; “I know about the history of young players at Manchester United and feel it can be the perfect place to reach my potential and achieve my ambitions, together with my new team-mates. I cannot wait to get started.”