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BREAKING: United's £35m gamble on Tielemans reshapes midfield
BREAKING Man Utd confirm the arrival of Youri Tielemans, the 29‑year‑old Belgium midfielder, who joins on a five‑year deal after United triggered his £35 million release clause. The former Aston Villa player arrives with 90 caps and a World Cup quarter‑final performance for Belgium.
Manchester United have announced the signing of Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa. The club activated his £35 million release clause and secured a five‑year contract for the midfielder.
The Belgium international has been capped 90 times and featured prominently as Belgium reached the quarter‑finals of the World Cup.
United chase midfield balance with Belgium captain Tielemans
"It’s hard to describe just how proud I am to join Manchester United. Signing for such a special club feels incredible, it is the culmination of years of dedication since I first fell in love with football," Tielemans said on the club’s official website. The 29‑year‑old leaves Villa after a successful three‑year spell. His time at the club ended on a high note, having contributed significantly throughout his stay. Tielemans capped his Villa tenure with Europa League glory in May, scoring the opener in the final win over Freiburg. The triumph added a major European trophy to his résumé. An ex‑Leicester City man, Tielemans now becomes part of Manchester United’s squad, ready to bring his experience to the Premier League side.