Manchester City have reportedly escalated their attempts to sign Lille defender Leny Yoro.
Yoro has drawn interest from both Liverpool and PSG after his performances in Ligue 1 at just 18 years of age.
This according to Le10 Sport (via Sport Witness), who claim that Manchester City have made a ‘very concrete move’ to sign the defender this transfer window.
Standing at 1.90 meters tall at just 18, Yoro has been a mainstay in the Lille team this season.
He has 16 appearances in Ligue 1, helping Lille to climb to 5th in the standings.
The teenager has also seen minutes in the UEFA Conference League.
It is believed that Manchester City have already contacted the player’s agent and his club.
The reigning Premier League champions are thought to want to bolster their defensive options this January.
What does this mean for Liverpool?
It’s clear that Liverpool could use some defensive reinforcements of their own.
Joel Matip is unfortunately out for the rest of the season after suffering an ACL rupture.
Despite his obvious talent and ability, Lille have reportedly slapped a gargantuan €50 million price tag on the head of Yoro.
It is very, very steep for a player who is only accumulating experience at the very top level of play.
Perhaps the Reds would be better off continuing to back Jarell Quansah.
However, Jurgen Klopp and co. are one more defensive injury away from serious trouble at the back.