MU blockbuster unexpectedly returns wearing his former club's jersey

Manchester United center-back Leny Yoro made an unexpected appearance on the pitch in the Ligue 1 game between Lille and Paris Saint-Germain.

After spending 7 years developing at Lille, rising through their youth academy and making a total of 60 first-team appearances, Leny Yoro’s return was genuinely emotional. This was no ordinary visit, as the 19-year-old star was invited onto the pitch before kickoff to express his gratitude, a moment that caused the Stade Pierre Mauroy stands to erupt in cheers. Following French football tradition, Lille honored Yoro by allowing him to perform the ceremonial kickoff.

Wearing the home jersey with “Yoro 15” printed on the back, draped in the club’s scarf and dressed casually in jeans, the young man stepped onto the field to thunderous applause. He shook hands with Olivier Giroud – the 39-year-old French football icon currently leading Lille’s attack after years competing in the Premier League wearing Arsenal and Chelsea colors.

With a warm smile and a gentle touch on the ball, Yoro completed the honorary kickoff ritual and then waved to the stands, greeting fans who had witnessed his journey from a boy to one of Europe’s most sought-after young center-backs today. The applause ringing throughout the stadium was a testament to the deep affection Lille supporters still hold for this “son” of their academy.

After the tribute ceremony, Yoro took a seat in the stands to enjoy the thrilling Ligue 1 match. PSG opened the scoring in the 66th minute when Portuguese full-back Nuno Mendes finished a smooth team move, silencing the home crowd. However, Lille refused to give up. Their relentless efforts were rewarded late in the game when substitute forward Ethan Mbappé (younger brother of superstar Kylian Mbappé) delivered a decisive strike to equalize. He celebrated with the signature crossed-arm pose of his brother, bringing smiles to the entire stadium, including Kylian Mbappé watching from the VIP area.

Following this emotional return, Yoro will refocus on his duties at Manchester United. After the international break, the Red Devils will face a highly anticipated away match at Anfield against their fierce rivals Liverpool on October 19, where Yoro is likely to be tasked with marking Liverpool’s record signing, Alexander Isak, right in front of the legendary Kop stand.

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