Leny Yoro set to switch allegiance to represent Ivory Coast: Report
The centre-back is set for a new journey in his playing career.
According to reports, the Manchester United defender made the choice to represent his native Ivory Coast in international football.
Meaning, Yoro won’t be playing for France during international games. He will don the Ivorian jersey during the upcoming international break.
Leny Yoro, born in Saint-Maurice, France, is claimed to have favoured the Elephants of Ivory Coast over pursuing his international career with Les Bleus, for which he has played in junior teams till now. The Manchester United defender is set to get his first call-up soon.
He is set to join Hervé Renard’s squad for the September training camp, which will serve as a qualifier for the 2027 African Cup of Nations.
It will be major news for the national team. They will add a highly talented centre-back to their roster in the tournament as they prepare for the next matches.
Leny Yoro is set to represent Ivory Coast at the international level
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As a result, the teenage defender would join the Elephants’ squad, giving the Ivorian defence a big boost and much-needed consistency.
His choice is timely and beneficial to the national team. Fully devoted to this new task, the athlete is said to be ready to join the squad and play in the national team’s forthcoming important matches.
This huge addition has already sparked widespread enthusiasm among fans who will be looking forward to seeing the player.
Yoro sees the switch as the start of a fresh journey at the international level. The defender would now have the chance to solidify his place with Ivory Coast and add to the team’s goals in the next games.
Where was Leny Yoro born?
He was born in Saint-Maurice, France.
How is Leny Yoro connected to Ivory Coast?
Leny Yoro is tied to the Ivory Coast through his father’s Ivorian ancestry.
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