South American defender heading to England for Manchester United move

South American star set for England move with Manchester United in the frame.

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Manchester United’s preparations for the summer window are already underway, with the men’s first team pushing for a strong end to the campaign across multiple competitions.

Ruben Amorim’s side remains focused on European success, with the club prioritising both squad depth and development opportunities.

Behind the scenes, scouting activity has intensified as United look to bolster their long-term project, especially with an eye on talented prospects from South America.

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The recruitment team continues to expand their footprint in emerging markets, with recent movement around deals that would benefit both the academy and senior squads.

There is also growing attention on United’s full-back situation, particularly with questions surrounding the long-term futures of Luke Shaw.

Now, another addition looks set to arrive at Old Trafford as Diego Leon is preparing to travel to England in the second week of June, as per Uriel Iugt via X.

The Paraguayan full-back is expected to link up with Manchester United shortly after the conclusion of the domestic season in his homeland.

Diego Leon has been earmarked as one of the most promising young defenders in Paraguay and will now be given the opportunity to prove himself to the Manchester United faithful.

Leon already signed a pre-contract agreement with United at the start of the year.

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While it remains unclear whether Leon will join the senior team or begin in the youth ranks, the expectation is that he will initially be assessed within the academy setup.

United have made similar moves in the past, recruiting from the South American talent pool with the intention of nurturing future stars rather than immediate first-team contributors.

Leon’s arrival reflects the club’s renewed focus on long-term planning, ensuring that key positions are being future-proofed.

The next few weeks could be pivotal in shaping not just Manchester United’s transfer strategy for the summer, but also in determining how global youth talent is integrated into their system.

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