Cerro Porteño’s Paraguayan left-back Diego Leon is undergo a medical with Manchester United on Monday.
Ufabet Sports reports that Leon and his agent arrived in Manchester on Sunday to undergo a medical on Monday before finalizing an agreement for a summer move.
Leon will sign for Manchester United before returning to former club Cerro Porteño for the remainder of the 2024-25 season, with the 17-year-old left-back set to join Old Trafford in the summer.
Leon previously told local media that he was starting to learn English and had spoken about England with former Paraguayan midfielder Antolin Alcaraz, who played for Wigan and Everton.
The left-back position has been a problem for Manchester United over the past 18 months, with injury to Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia both sideline for long periods, so it is expect that Leon will be a long-term option.
Meanwhile, Manchester United are also keeping a close eye on the situation of Nuno Mendes. The Portuguese left-back for Paris Saint-Germain. Who has yet to agree a new contract, with his current deal expiring in mid-2026.
However, his defensive game remains a work เล่นบาคาร่า UFABET เว็บตรง ค่าคอมสูง in progress. With moments of rash decision-making and lapses in positioning occasionally marring his performances.
What sets Leon apart is his potential to grow into a well-rounded player.
With Man United’s resources and coaching expertise. He has the opportunity to develop his defensive instincts and tactical awareness. Ensuring he can recover effectively and balance his attacking flair with solid backline duties.