It’s no secret that Paris Saint-Germain intends to strengthen its defense. With this in mind and to fill the long-term absences of Presnel Kimpembe or Milan Skriniar, the Parisian leaders got their hands on Lucas Beraldo, a promising 20-year-old Brazilian. And that’s not all. As we revealed to you recently, the upper echelons of Ile-de-France are also active for Leny Yoro, currently in the colors of LOSC and already considered one of the most talented in his position. Despite the interest shown by many European leaders, PSG has taken a head start, thanks to Luis Campos, who is maneuvering in this matter.
For his part, and as we indicated to you in recent days, the famous Portuguese agent, Jorge Mendes – who now represents the French defender – is working on his succession. Enough to facilitate negotiations, at a time when the main interested party has already spoken with several Parisian players. Yes, but here we are, if this hot file arouses certain optimism for the Rouge et Bleu, the Lille technician, Paulo Fonseca, does not hear it that way. Aware of the value of his protégé, the 50-year-old Portuguese also wanted to clarify things this Saturday at a press conference.
Paulo Fonseca assures that Yoro will not leave LOSC this winter but…
“The first thing we have to integrate is that he understands the situation. He knows he’s staying here. He is young but very balanced. Honestly, I watch his behavior in training. He has the same attitudes as when he started the season. It’s the same player. It’s not easy when a young player starts to attract interest from top clubs. But he remains calm, focused on our team. This week I had a great conservation with Leny. We talked about the situation. I told him what I thought about it. And he understood that he had to stay here and only think about Lille.”launched the strong man of the Mastiffs.
Enough to cool Parisian enthusiasm and put an end to negotiations around the young 18-year-old player? Nothing is less certain. If this media release confirms all the good things that the Lille staff think of their protégé, these comments should not, however, slow down the Ile-de-France management in its objective of securing the northern nugget. “We have not spoken with Leny. He is a very calm person. He doesn’t worry even if his name is mentioned everywhere. I see how hard he works. It’s good for him. He deserves what happens to him.”, for his part soberly added Jonathan David about his teammate. No, the Leny Yoro file – which fits perfectly with the Parisian strategy – is still far from being closed.
