Man United to Sign Diego Leon for £7 Million

Manchester United is set to sign 17-year-old Paraguayan full-back Diego Leon from Cerro Porteno in a deal potentially worth up to £7 million, signaling a strategic shift in their transfer policy. Leon, who will remain with Cerro Porteno until July, is the first signing under new head coach Ruben Amorim, following the sacking of Erik ten Hag. This move aligns with United's recent focus on young talents, as demonstrated by previous signings like Leny Yoro and Sekou Kone. The transfer was largely driven by Jason Wilcox, who has taken on additional responsibilities as United's technical director. The deal includes an initial payment of £3.3 million, with additional add-ons, and Leon has been named in the Paraguay squad for the South American Under-20 Championship. Leon is expected to eventually join United's academy and is noted for his speed, physicality, and technical skills, drawing comparisons to Brazilian legend Marcelo.