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Phil Jones is aware of a factor or two concerning the weight of expectations at Manchester United.
The Englishman was simply 19 when the Crimson Devils paid Blackburn Rovers £16.5 million for his signature in 2011.
Regardless of a promising begin at Outdated Trafford, Jones by no means lived as much as the billing on the Theatre of Desires.
He was as soon as thought of one of the promising younger defenders within the nation earlier than accidents curtailed his profession.
Greater than a decade later, United pounced on one other teenage defender in the summertime of 2024.
Leny Yoro was wrestled away from beneath Actual Madrid’s nostril, and is now exhibiting why the Premier League giants paid round £52 million for his signature.
Indispensable beneath Amorim this season
Yoro picked up an harm in pre-season shortly after his arrival, and subsequently missed the beginning of final season.
The Frenchman was initially out and in of Ruben Amorim’s staff after returning to full health, however grew in stature because the season progressed.
His majestic efficiency in opposition to Athletic Bilbao within the Europa League semi-final left an enduring impression on followers and was a sign of issues to come back.
As anticipated, the 19-year-old has cemented his place in Amorim’s again three this season.
Yoro has began all three video games within the Premier League and has been rock strong to date. His efforts have satisfied Jones as effectively.
Yoro tipped to excel beneath Amorim
Talking to United’s web site, Jones was stuffed with reward for the United No. 15.
“I believe he’s been actually, actually good. I just like the traits as a participant, as a centre-back, particularly on the proper facet of a again three,” mentioned Jones.
“I believe he’s obtained the tempo and the athleticism, which I believe is paramount for a centre-half, today, within the Premier League.
“Technically, he’s superb on the ball. Within the build-up, he’s superb and really dependable. He reads the sport rather well. He’s robust in each packing containers.
“So, yeah, he’s going to be an vital participant for Manchester United for a few years to come back.”
Rio Ferdinand has not too long ago lavished reward on Yoro as effectively. United will hope their generational expertise can develop into nearly as good because the legendary No. 5.
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