Leny Yoro shares honest thoughts on how Harry Maguire and Casemiro have aided his development, hoping the veteran duo extend their stays at Manchester United.
Manchester United center back Leny Yoro is eager for the club to renew Maguire's contract following the 3-1 victory over Aston Villa. The 20-year-old was emphatic when asked about the uncertain future of the 33-year-old at Old Trafford, amid ongoing contract negotiations.
Focusing entirely on the value of his teammate, Yoro stated, "If he can stay next season, it will be very good for us. So I hope he renews his contract and can stay with us. We'll see. We'll see, anyway."
The young defender acknowledged that Maguire has helped him adapt to English football. Speaking exclusively about the impact playing alongside his teammate has had, Yoro added: "Playing with Harry, with all the experience he has, he gives me a lot of advice and talks to me a lot on the field. So this helps me a lot."
He further detailed their communication: "He always talks to me, he tells me things like 'where is the striker?' Sometimes we talk before the match, at halftime, about how I have to improve my positioning. So playing with him is really good for me."
Yoro also wants the club to reconsider the future of Casemiro, signed for £70 million in 2022. Despite the Brazilian having confirmed his intention to leave this summer, Yoro insists his influence is irreplaceable.
He explained, "I think everyone wanted him to stay. He is a very important player for us. He proved it again. Even in the dressing room, every day he brings experience that nobody else has in the team. He has won everything. So this helps us a lot in matches and even off the field."
Yoro, signed for €62 million from Lille in 2024, has played 27 Premier League matches this season, contributing to United sitting third in the standings. With Champions League qualification in sight, Yoro says the team is motivated to meet the challenge.
"All the players want to play the Champions League, especially when you play for United," he said. "This club has to play the Champions League. Hopefully, we'll achieve it next season. We know every match is important, but this one was especially so because they are right behind us. We are very happy with the result."
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