Manchester United’s New Signing Returns To Team Training After Injury Absence

Manchester United’s center-back, Leny Yoro, has returned to team training after recovering from a foot injury.

Interim coach Ruud van Nistelrooy announced this news ahead of their Europa League match against Greek side PAOK.

Having picked up the injury during a pre-season 2-1 friendly loss against Arsenal in Los Angeles in July, the 18-year-old Frenchman underwent successful foot surgery in early August.

United signed the promising young talent from French club Lille on a contract that runs until June 2029. The deal is reported to be worth approximately 62 million euros ($66.36 million), plus an additional eight million in add-ons.

“He’s been managed very well since his injury in pre-season. We knew it would be a long one. It’s a big moment for him, that first time he is back in team training,” Van Nistelrooy told reporters ahead of Thursday’s match at Old Trafford.

“We will get him back partially over the coming weeks and look to get him back as quickly as possible.”

The former United striker, who is taking charge after the sacking of fellow Dutchman Erik ten Hag, was also asked about his future at the club.

United announced the appointment of Portuguese coach, Ruben Amorim, last Friday. He will join the team from Primeira Liga club Sporting on November 11th, signing a contract that extends until June 2027.

Amorim marked his final home game as coach of Sporting in stunning fashion as his side beat reigning Premier League champions Manchester City 4-1 in the Champions League on TuesdayManchester City 4-1 in the Champions League on Tuesday.

“It’s difficult to comment on that now, I am waiting for conversations to take place,” Van Nistelrooy said on his future.

“In the meantime, the most important thing is getting the work done daily and in the game tomorrow in Europe. I have to say that I feel the responsibility to do well over the next week and that is my job. I am focused on that.

“I welcome Ruben. I am happy to help him, and that is the situation at the moment.”