Then it’s done. Admittedly verbally in the first half, but as the hyperactive transfer journalist Romano says, this is a done deal.
The 17-year-old Diego Leon made his debut for the big boys in August, the left-back went just as well with the match-winning goal in his debut.
The Athletic reported earlier this week that the first signing with Ruben Amorims at the helm was in process, with United negotiating with Paraguayan club Cerro Porteno for left-back Diego Leon. So far, there have been 19 games for the big talent.
ESPN’s South America correspondent describes Leon as: “The Paraguayan is physical, lightning fast and extremely aggressive in duels, but there are naturally areas of improvement, such as his positioning.”
Romano reports on Friday that the deal only needs to be confirmed. Manchester United will pay $4 million outright, flares $1-4.5 million in add-ons depending on Leon’s performance.
The player fits perfectly into Man United’s profile of players who will be in the squad in the future. Impressive level and development at a young age, under 26 and without sky-high transfer fees.
