Manchester United’s primary squad is set to play a friendly match against Leeds United this Saturday in Stockholm, Sweden. Paraguayan left-back Diego León has been included in the roster for the match, which kicks off at 10:00 AM. The 18-year-old player, who previously played for Cerro Porteño, will wear the number 30 jersey and has reportedly impressed during his initial training sessions with the team.
León joined Manchester United earlier this year and officially signed in July after turning 18, the minimum age requirement for player registration in England. The club acquired him for around 4 million euros, with additional fees based on performance incentives. He had previously worn number 37 at his former club and number 4 for the Paraguayan U-20 national team.
According to Manchester United’s social media accounts, “Fans of the Reds will have a first chance to see our South American addition in action during the preseason friendly against Leeds United in Sweden.” Following the match, Leicester will embark on a tour of North America, with León expected to be part of the squad traveling to the United States next Tuesday.
This match presents an exciting opportunity for León to showcase his skills to fans and settle into his new role at a prestigious club. His transfer and quick adaptation to the team reflect United’s commitment to nurturing young talent, which could bode well for the team’s future performance.