Despite being early in his career, Yoro has already tested himself against some of football’s biggest names, including Erling Haaland, Alexander Isak, and Kylian Mbappe. ..Continue Reading
At just 19 years old, the French center-back has many more challenges ahead, but he has already developed a strong appreciation for Lacazette’s skill and experience.
With Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee struggling to meet expectations at Old Trafford, Yoro might welcome the arrival of a top-class striker at United.
Before his £52 million move from Lille, Yoro had only completed one full season of senior football with his hometown club.
His latest encounter with Lacazette came in the second leg of United’s Europa League quarter-final against Lyon in April, marking their fifth meeting.
Lacazette has managed to score four times in those matchups, leaving a lasting impression on the young defender.
‘The toughest striker [I’ve faced]? I would say Lacazette, even in Ligue 1. He was very good,’ Yoro told Rising Ballers.
‘He’s got a lot of experience because he played Premier League and Ligue 1.
‘And his positioning in games, sometimes it’s difficult for defenders, always in your back.’
Yoro opened his account for Man United in the first leg of the team’s quarter-final with Lyon, directing home Manuel Ugarte’s effort with a precise header from close range.
‘Honestly, I was not ready to score!’ Yoro joked when looking back on the 2-2 draw at Lyon’s Groupama Stadium.
‘But I didn’t want to celebrate because I wanted to play quick to try to win the game.
‘I was really happy because my family was there and after the game, they said they were really happy for me and proud so it was good.’
Going forward, Yoro wants to add another string to his bow by bringing more ‘aggression’ to his game.
Asked which area he most needs to improve, Yoro said: ‘Maybe I would say, sometimes, my aggression, being more aggressive.
‘With the ball, I need to improve, of course, but I think I’m good so maybe, sometimes, I need to be more aggressive.’
Yoro sees his long-term future at Old Trafford and is desperate to start adding major trophies to his collection sooner rather than later.
Quizzed on where he sees himself in five years’ time, he responded: ‘I hope I will stay here, for sure, in Manchester.
‘[Hopefully] I can say that I’ve won some titles and something has changed, maybe I have a child.’
