Leny Yoro names the Premier League star as one of his toughest opponents

New Manchester United star Leny Yoro has identified Aston Villa's Ollie Watkins as one of the toughest players he has faced in his career so far.

The Red Devils announced the signing of 18-year-old Yoro last week after completing a £52m transfer. One of Europe's top talents, the young defender has agreed a long-term contract that will see him wear United's colors until 2029.

He has already been in good form for United, as the team beat Rangers in Saturday's pre-season friendly. The defender is looking forward to doing well in the Premier League and has singled out a certain Villa star as one of the toughest players he has played with on the pitch.

In his first interview as a United player, Yoro told the club's media: “I really liked playing against, [Kylian] Mbappe. It was a really big, big, big thing, so yeah for me it helped me a lot to develop myself.

“It was good when we faced each other [Aston Villa star] Ollie Watkins too, because this is a big striker here. ”

Yoro played against Watkins during last season's Europa Conference League – where Villa beat Lille on penalties in the quarter-finals.

The Frenchman made a crucial save for Lille, but was unable to stop Watkins from scoring in the first leg of the match.

The two will soon meet in the Premier League, with United facing Villa on October 5.

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