New Deal Until 2031 Marks Strategic Move by Premier League Giants Aiming to Challenge for Top Honours
Belgium midfielder Youri Tielemans has completed his £36 million move from Aston Villa to Manchester United, signing a long-term contract with the club. Manchester United's director of football Jason Wilcox expressed his excitement, stating that Tielemans is one of the most outstanding midfielders in the Premier League.
“Signing for such a special club feels incredible,” said Tielemans, who will join Old Trafford after an impressive campaign where he helped Aston Villa win the UEFA Europa League and scored the opening goal against Freiburg. As a captain of Belgium to the 2026 World Cup quarter-finals, Tielemans is eager to achieve more with Manchester United.According to information by Vanguard Nigeria - Sports, “Youri has consistently been one of the most outstanding midfielders in the Premier League throughout the past seven years. He will add composure and creativity to our squad as we continue to build a team ready to challenge for the biggest honours.”Faithfully completing his contract with Aston Villa, Tielemans is now set to contribute to Manchester United's ongoing rebuilding project ahead of the 2026-27 season.
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Tielemans was captain of Belgium at the World Cup. So why did he join Manchester United?
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