Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has lavished praise on Leny Yoro.
The Red Devils took part in an open training session at Carrington earlier today.
Yoro was part of the team training session, but his legs were heavily strapped, raising a few fitness concerns.
Carrick revealed that the young defender is managing an issue but is ready to play.
The United head coach said in the pre-match press conference: “Leny just had a bit of a tendon really, so it’s one of them that kind of comes and goes, but he’s been managing it and he’s been fine.”
The Red Devils have endured a disastrous start to the 2026-27 season.
Despite their problems, Yoro has stood out comfortably as their best player this season.
Carrick has acknowledged the progress made by the Frenchman and believes he has a big future.
He said: “I think he’s been fantastic, to be honest, one of our best players, and he has been since he came back on the first day of pre-season.
“He’s impressed us all a lot, so I’ve been delighted with Leny and his performances and he’s got to keep doing the right thing. He’s on a really good pathway.”
Leny Yoro must start vs Roma
Carrick faces two potentially decisive fixtures as he attempts to save his managerial position.
United will host Roma tomorrow before facing Aston Villa at the weekend.
Two disappointing results could leave INEOS and the Glazers with little choice but to consider dismissing the 45-year-old during the upcoming international break.
When the stakes are so high, a manager cannot rest his best players.
Yoro has developed into a key figure in defence this campaign.
His senior debut for France has also provided another confidence boost.
We believe the 20-year-old must start at the heart of defence, along with Matthijs de Ligt.
Both Harry Maguire and Lisandro Martinez must be dropped after their poor showings in the last few games.
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