Manchester United fans were left concerned after new signing Leny Yoro was spotted on crutches and wearing a protective boot following an injury during a pre-season friendly against Arsenal.
The young defender, who recently joined United from Lille in a £52 million ($66.7m) transfer, was forced to leave the game in the first half. The sight of Yoro hobbling onto the team bus at their UCLA training base has raised fears of a significant setback for the Red Devils' latest acquisition.
Yoro's move to United was seen as a major coup, with the club beating out competition from Real Madrid to secure the 18-year-old talent.
Known for his potential as one of the world's most promising teenage defenders, Yoro's arrival was expected to bolster United's backline, which struggled with injuries last season. Manager Erik ten Hag is now anxiously awaiting further news on Yoro's condition.
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Ten Hag's concerns and upcoming fixtures
In the post-match interview, Ten Hag expressed his disappointment over Yoro's premature exit from the game. He stated,
"It is too short [notice]; we have to wait over 24 hours and then we know hopefully more. We were very careful, especially with Leny. He did only 50 percent of the sessions, so it was very disappointing that he had to come off, but let’s be positive and see what is coming out."
With a crucial pre-season fixture against Liverpool looming on August 3 in South Carolina, and a match against Real Betis in San Diego before that, United's preparation for the upcoming season could be hampered by defensive concerns.
The club's supporters and coaching staff alike will be hoping for a swift recovery for Yoro, as any extended absence could force United to reconsider their options in the transfer market.
According to BBC Sport , Ten Hag will address the media regarding Yoro's injury and the team's pre-season plans on August 3.
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