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MANCHESTER UNITED fans are convinced the club will win the Premier League after Leny Yoro's first appearance.

The defender was only announced as a new player for the club on Thursday but impressed in the win over Rangers.

Leny Yoro impressed on his first outing for Manchester United
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Leny Yoro impressed on his first outing for Manchester UnitedCredit: Getty
He put in a brilliant tackle to stop a Rangers attack
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He put in a brilliant tackle to stop a Rangers attackCredit: Willie Vass
Rangers looked certain to score
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Rangers looked certain to scoreCredit: Alamy

Yoro, 18, took just 10 minutes to show his class during the 2-0 win at Murrayfield Stadium.

The defender displayed his speed and strength as he put in a last-ditch tackle to stop a Cyriel Dessers from almost certainly giving Rangers the lead.

Red Devils' supporters were very impressed as they reacted to the moment on social media.

One posted: "Leny Yoro is a beast! Can't wait to see him dominate the field."

A second wrote: " I’m crying this is so beautiful."

A third commented: "Yoro is my starboy."

A fourth said: "Yoro is the next Rio Ferdinand."

A fifth declared: "We're winning the Premier League this season."

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Another added: "Leny Yoro's combo of pace and strength makes him a formidable defender."

Erik ten Hag was pleased by the instant impact of Yoro, considering his young age.

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The Manchester United manager told MUTV: “We are so pleased we signed him.

"He’s a huge talent, and we’re really looking forward to working with him, to build him.

“You could see he’s a player straight on the pitch yesterday in the training drills, so comfortable.

“We’re really excited about him.”

The club beat Real Madrid to the defender's signature by agreeing a £50million deal with Lille.

Yoro said after making his debut: “For me it was incredible. It was a really good game from the team. I’m happy with my performance and I hope we continue like that.

“My teammates helped me a lot and the staff made me very comfortable – on the pitch we are together so for me I’m happy.

“The fans are everywhere, they are really good with us. Of course lots were here for me and I thank them for their support.”

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Manchester United beat the Scottish outfit thanks to goals from Amad Diallo and Joe Hugill.

Diallo, who spent a season on loan at Rangers, shared a heartfelt message on social media after the game.

He wrote: "A real pleasure to have played against Rangers. I had a good time there; I wish them the best for the coming season.

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"Thanks to the UTD fan for the support."

Yoro was congratulated by Andre Onana after the game
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Yoro was congratulated by Andre Onana after the gameCredit: PA
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