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Tielemans apologizes after comments about Aston Villa and Man Utd

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Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Tielemans apologizes after comments about Aston Villa and Man Utd
Summary

Youri Tielemans has issued an apology to Aston Villa fans following remarks suggesting he joined a bigger club, Manchester United. The Belgian midfielder transferred to United this summer after a £35m release clause was triggered in his contract. During a pre-season tour, Tielemans acknowledged Villa's role in restoring his form but stated there are 'clubs above Villa.' His comments were met with backlash from some fans, prompting him to express regret on Instagram and clarify his respect for the club.

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  • •Tielemans moved to Manchester United this summer from Aston Villa.
  • •He spent three years at Villa Park, making 134 appearances.
  • •His comments drew criticism from some Villa supporters.
  • •Tielemans has apologized publicly via Instagram.
  • •United and Villa both prepare for their final pre-season matches.
Latest Updates
  • 10:20 AMYahoo Sports — Tielemans apologises after Man Utd comments upset Villa fans
  • 3:52 PMYahoo Sports — Youri Tielemans apologizes for controversial Aston Villa comment after Manchester United move
  • 2:40 PMYahoo Sports — Tielemans apologises for offending Villa fans with Man Utd boast
  • 2:15 PMYahoo Sports — Youri Tielemans apologises to Aston Villa fans after claiming Manchester United are ‘above’ former club
  • 1:56 PMYahoo Sports — Tielemans apologises to Villa fans for Man Utd remarks
  • 1:47 PMBBC Sport — Tielemans apologises to Villa fans for Man Utd remarks
What they're saying
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Youri Tielemans has apologised to Aston Villa after admitting he joined Manchester United because they are a bigger club than his former team."There are clubs above Villa, and Manchester United is one of them," he said recently.

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Youri Tielemans has apologised to Aston Villa after comments made during his Manchester United unveiling sparked a backlash among supporters of his former club.The Belgium international, who joined Un...

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Manchester United midfielder Youri Tielemans has issued a public apology after a comment he made about his former club Aston Villa sparked fury among fans in the West Midlands

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