Manchester United have gotten off to a rocky start to the new campaign, with four points from their first three Premier League matches.
New signing Bryan Mbeumo has been a bright spot, with the Cameroonian netting his first Premier League goal for United against Burnley.
Former United player Rio Ferdinand has also heaped praise on young defender Leny Yoro, with the legend touting the Frenchman to become a top player.
What did Ferdinand say about Yoro?
Speaking on the United We Stand YouTube channel, Ferdinand was full of hope and praise for Yoro.
Before the Burnley match, when Ferdinand was told that Yoro hadn't started in a Premier League match United had won against a current league side, the legend said, "What am I hearing? I’m trying to have a good, positive moment here, trying to get some positivity."
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"But that is testament – if I can find a positive angle on this – that is testament to his resilience, you know.
"You know how difficult it is to play football, not winning, but still putting out performances that are improving week in week out? That’s a big thing that, you know."
Yoro's first Premier League start that resulted in a win against a current side came in the 3-2 victory over Burnley.
Ferdinand continued, "I love him. I don’t know where his ceiling is, but he could be anything.
"He just needs the pieces around him as well to help him as a young kid, but I think he has the nucleus of all the right traits to be a top centre half, and he will be because he wants to be as well.
"He’s a hard worker and he’s diligent, but he needs time as well."
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