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Manchester United signs Youri Tielemans for £35m from Aston Villa

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 8:40 AM

Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Manchester United signs Youri Tielemans for £35m from Aston Villa

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Manchester United has completed the signing of midfielder Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa for £35 million. The move comes after key departures, including Casemiro and the injury to Manuel Ugarte, leaving the midfield in need of reinforcement. Former player Rio Ferdinand praised the acquisition, calling it a significant addition given Tielemans' experience and leadership qualities. Ferdinand also mentioned the signing of Andrey Santos from Chelsea as a positive development for the squad. Both players are expected to play important roles as Manchester United prepares for the upcoming season.

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•Youri Tielemans joins Manchester United for £35m from Aston Villa.
•Casemiro's exit and Ugarte's injury increased the need for midfield reinforcements.
•Rio Ferdinand describes Tielemans as a 'ridiculous bargain'.
•Andrey Santos is also acquired from Chelsea, adding depth to the squad.
•Both players are expected to contribute significantly this season.

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8:40 AMYahoo Sports — Rio Ferdinand hails £35m Youri Tielemans as a “ridiculous bargain” for Man United

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