Lille centre back Leny Yoro has informed Real Madrid that he wishes to join the club.
A deal is yet to be agreed and there are no direct conversations between Lille and Real Madrid at this point.
The 18-year-old is happy with the personal terms proposed by Madrid, and should the move progress he would join the club either this summer or next, depending on whether Madrid and Lille can strike a deal.
Lille are holding out for around €60million for Yoro, while Madrid do not want to pay more than around the €30m to €40m mark.
The Athletic reported Liverpool and Manchester United were actively pursuing a deal to sign Yoro, albeit with an acceptance that Madrid may ultimately win the contest. PSG were also among those strongly interested.
The belief held by most of his suitors had been that the France youth international would move to the Bernabeu, even if a deal does not materialise immediately, and those courting Yoro are now aware of his intentions.
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Leny Yoro informs Real Madrid he wants to join club
