Manchester United's Transfer U-Turn: De Ligt Snubbed as Yoro Signs

Manchester United's sudden interest in 24-year-old central defender Matthijs de Ligt has cooled down after they completed the medical for 18-year-old defensive prospect Leny Yoro, prior to a £58m move. This development has left de Ligt, who was benched by Eric Dier at Bayern Munich last season, in an awkward position, as it's unlikely the Red Devils will shell out on another defender unless they sell any of their current players. De Ligt's interest in United was first ignited in 2019, when former manager Louis van Gaal urged him to join Manchester City instead.

Key Takeaways:

Manchester United have agreed personal terms with Matthijs de Ligt, but their interest in the 24-year-old has cooled down after completing a medical for Leny Yoro.
Yoro's signing has filled the void left by the departing Raphael Varane, and it's unlikely United will add another defender unless there are more outgoings.
De Ligt was benched by Eric Dier at Bayern Munich last season and may be regretting his interest in Manchester United after their transfer U-turn.
Louis van Gaal advised De Ligt to join Manchester City in 2019, instead of Manchester United.
Victor Lindelof's deal was extended by a year last season to prevent him from leaving for free, but there is still a possibility that he could leave the club.
West Ham United have expressed interest in Harry Maguire and are believed to be discussing a potential transfer with Manchester United.

Statistics:

Manchester United have spent £36.54m on Joshua Zirkzee, a 20-year-old Dutch forward.
The club have £58m to spend on Leny Yoro, an 18-year-old defensive prospect.
24 potential buyers have been linked to Manchester United's players during the transfer window so far.
3 players have been sold by Manchester United this summer.
2 of Manchester United's players have been linked with transfers away from the club.

Sources:

BBC
Sky Sports
Manchester Evening News
Mirror Football
The Guardian