Manchester United close to signing Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 11:40 PM
Last updated Jul 13, 2026
Manchester United is set to sign midfielder Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa after reaching an agreement. Tielemans is expected to undergo a medical soon, following United's triggering of his release clause. The club, having missed other targets, shifted their focus to Tielemans, who is seen as a well-rounded addition. Paul Scholes and Nicky Butt, both club legends, praised the move as smart business, though Scholes suggested further midfield additions are necessary. United will play Wrexham in their first pre-season match on Saturday.
- •Tielemans is expected to complete his medical with United soon.
- •The transfer follows United missing out on other midfield targets.
- •Scholes and Butt believe Tielemans is a great addition at £35m.
- •United's pre-season match against Wrexham is on Saturday.
- 11:40 PMYahoo Sports — Scholes and Butt issue immediate verdict on Youri Tielemans signing
"Manchester United legends Paul Scholes and Nicky Butt have shared their reactions to the club’s imminent signing of Youri Tielemans.Agreement reachedOn Monday, David Ornstein of The Athletic reveale...
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