Manchester United receive significant injury boost with Leny Yoro’s return to training: When might the center-back make his official debut?

Manchester United has received a significant fitness boost ahead of their Europa League match against PAOK, as Leny Yoro joined the first-team training at Carrington on Wednesday morning.

The Red Devils secured Yoro’s signature over Real Madrid during the summer, bringing the young French talent from Lille in mid-July. He impressed against Rangers in a non-competitive debut and joined the squad for the U.S. pre-season tour, but a metatarsal fracture in a friendly with Arsenal sidelined him.

The 18-year-old, who has been out since, is nearing his return and was seen training with the team on Wednesday, ahead of Thursday’s PAOK clash.

When could Yoro make his debut for United?
With 60 appearances for Lille, including 44 in the 2023-24 season, Yoro is regarded as one of football’s top young prospects. However, he won’t feature in the upcoming matches against PAOK and Leicester City or the later November games against Ipswich Town and Bodo/Glimt.

While a return for the December 1 match against Everton may be too soon, Yoro could be available for the December 4 clash with Arsenal if his recovery stays on track. His return could feel like a new signing for United during the busy festive season, potentially becoming a crucial player under incoming head coach Ruben Amorim, who starts on November 11.

Other Man United players recovering from injuries
Christian Eriksen, Antony, and Mason Mount are also back in training after recent injuries, and Tyrell Malacia has resumed recovery from his long-term knee injury. The only players currently sidelined are Harry Maguire, Luke Shaw, and Kobbie Mainoo, with Mainoo likely to be available after the international break.