Manchester United have already completed one signing ahead of the summer transfer window in the form of Diego Leon from Cerro Porteno.
There is a rich history at Manchester United of signing young talents and developing them into players capable of performing at the highest level.
Players such as Cristiano Ronaldo, Wayne Rooney and Nemanja Vidic spring to mind as filling this mould of signing in the past at Old Trafford. Meanwhile, several Ineos signings are high-potential youngsters.
This summer, United are set to add Diego Leon to the club in an exciting move to bring in one of South America’s biggest prospects.
United moved swiftly to secure Leon ahead of other interested clubs, such as Arsenal, which speaks to the quality he has.
Here is everything you need to know about Leon.
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Photo by DANIEL DUARTE/AFP via Getty ImagesWho is Diego Leon?
Future Manchester United wing-back Diego Leon is a teenage sensation in Paraguay, where he currently plays for Cerro Porteno.
Leon has had a solid season so far for Cerro Porteno, as he has kicked on with the knowledge he will be joining United this summer.
Interest in Leon was established in 2024, with the full-back himself commenting on the move long before it was a done deal.
For his ability, Leon has been named as one of the world’s best in his age bracket, and he now awaits the start of life in England.
When and where was Diego Leon born? How old is he?
Leon was born in Yguazu, Paraguay, on April 3rd, 2007. This makes Leon 18 years old at the time of writing.
Yguazu is a whopping 6,294 miles away from Old Trafford, which will have him one of the players born furthest from the United home.
What national team does Diego Leon play for?
Leon is already a Paraguay U20 international, making nine appearances for the national side already during the U20 South American Championship, even scoring and assisting.
When will Diego Leon join Manchester United?
Leon completed his medical with Manchester United back in January; however, due to Brexit rules, he was unable to complete his transfer until this summer. Having turned 18 in April, he is now eligible to move to United officially when the transfer window opens on June 14th.
What position does Diego Leon play?
Leon is an attacking full-back, although can also play as a wing-back, making him perfect for Amorim’s system.
Diego Leon playing style? Who does he play like?
Leon is a full-back who thrives in the attacking side of the game, which meant he was always going to suit a wing-back role at United. Leon has been compared with Real Madrid legend Marcelo, and the similarities are clear to see.
Both have an eye for goal and are very creative with top class crossing, although Leon is still rather raw which is where he will benefit from working with United’s coaching staff.
Leon is physically very intense, with excellent pace and power, which makes him quite similar to Patrick Dorgu, giving Amorim two ideal fits for the left wing-back position.
Diego Leon height
Leon stands at 1.77m tall, which translates to 5ft 8in. This sees Leon the same height as United target Chris Rigg.