Leny Yoro moves step closer to Manchester United return after important update in recovery

Manchester United defender Leny Yoro is walking without crutches as he steps up his rehabilitation from a foot injury.

Yoro fractured his metatarsal in the first half of the 2-1 defeat to Arsenal in Los Angeles, which was the opening fixture of United's pre-season tour in the United States.

The 18-year-old underwent surgery at the beginning of August to address the problem and November was earmarked for his return. Yoro was unveiled to Old Trafford before the Fulham game and was using crutches but his recovery is progressing and they are no longer needed.

That represents a positive step in his return to action and Yoro has been in the gym at Carrington as he works with United's physio team to prepare him to return to full fitness.

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Yoro was one of five first-team signings for United this summer and demonstrated his quality in just his first appearance for the club in a friendly against Rangers in July.

The defender only had one training session under his belt when he played that game and it was impressive to see him perform with teammates he'd only known for a few days.

Although Yoro's injury has been considered a huge blow, club sources are viewing his lay-off as an opportunity for him to settle into life in Manchester and familiarise himself with his new surroundings, an approach Sir Alex Ferguson would take with new signings who picked up injuries.

United believe Yoro can develop into one of the best defenders in the world and his signing from Lille in a deal that could rise to €70million was seen as a coup.

Ten Hag said on Yoro's injury: "That's part of football, that's