Manchester United have officially completed the signing of promising Paraguayan defender Diego León from Cerro Porteño.
The club confirmed the deal in a statement released on Saturday.
“Manchester United are delighted to announce the signing of exciting young defender Diego León, subject to registration,” United stated.
“The Paraguay youth international has joined from Cerro Porteño in his homeland.
“The talented full-back has already played 33 senior games, scoring 4 goals, for his club.
“Leon reached the age of 18 in April and as an emerging talent will be supported by our first team and the Academy whilst he settles into life in Manchester.
“León is left-footed and operates as a left back. As a youth player, he joined the academy of Cerro Porteño at under-14 level.”
León began his senior career at Cerro Porteño and quickly established himself as one of the most exciting prospects in Paraguayan football.
His official debut came on 2 August 2024, in a 1–0 win over Sportivo Ameliano, where he marked the occasion by scoring the only goal of the game.
He went on to record four goals in 33 senior appearances.
Interest in León had been mounting from several Premier League clubs before United secured his signature.
The move was initially confirmed on 11 January 2025 following a successful medical, though both clubs agreed he would remain in Paraguay until the summer.
Busy Transfer Window Ahead for United
In addition to León’s arrival, Manchester United have also completed the signing of Brazilian forward Matheus Cunha from Wolverhampton Wanderers.
However, the Red Devils could see significant departures as well. Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho, Alejandro Garnacho, and Antony are all reportedly on the chopping block.
Rashford, Sancho, and Antony were sent out on loan last season, and sources suggest their future at Old Trafford looks increasingly uncertain.
United finished a disappointing 15th in the Premier League and failed to secure European qualification.
Despite that, they managed an impressive run to the Europa League final, only to fall short with a 1-0 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur.