Manchester United have officially confirmed the signing of 18-year-old defender Diego Leon from Cerro Porteño.United originally struck a deal for Leon in December after agreeing a fee worth up to

Manchester United are delighted to announce the signing of exciting young defender Diego León, subject to registration. 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 initially agreed terms with United during the January transfer window. But, due to him being 17 at the time, the club were forced to wait until this summer to get the full-back to formally sign on the dotted line.