Youri Tielemans completes £35m transfer to Man Utd as Belgian midfielders airs pride at fulfilling a childhood dream
Manchester United has signed Belgian midfielder Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa for £35 million. The 29-year-old expressed his excitement about joining the club as part of their ongoing tactical rebuild.
Why it matters
Represents a significant transfer move in the Premier League, impacting the competitive landscape for the upcoming season.
Manchester United have officially confirmed the signing of Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa in a deal worth £35 million ($47m). The Belgium international arrives at Old Trafford following a stellar campaign in the Midlands, where he played a pivotal role in ending Villa's long wait for European silverware.
United have bolstered their midfield options with the acquisition of Tielemans, who joins the club on a contract that runs until June 2031. The 29-year-old moves to the Theatre of Dreams after an impressive stint at Aston Villa, where he recently captained Belgium to the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The deal follows a period of significant activity in the United engine room, as the club looks to rebuild under new leadership.
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