Tielemans discusses surprise move from Aston Villa to Man Utd this summer
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 12:28 AM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Youri Tielemans has shared his surprise at leaving Aston Villa for Manchester United this summer. The midfielder, who joined United for £35 million, stated he was focused on the World Cup and did not expect a transfer to materialize. Despite prior interest from United, Tielemans described his transfer as unexpected, acknowledging the achievements at Aston Villa, including a Europa League win. He expressed gratitude to Villa for helping him return to his best form and is excited about reuniting with former teammate Jonny Evans at United.
- •Youri Tielemans signed with Manchester United after leaving Aston Villa.
- •The transfer fee was reportedly set at £35 million.
- •Tielemans focused on the World Cup before considering a move.
- •He appreciated Aston Villa's role in his career resurgence.
- •Tielemans reunites with Jonny Evans at Manchester United.
- 12:28 AMYahoo Sports — Youri Tielemans Opens Up on Surprise Manchester United Move and Belgium's World Cup Heartbreak
"“Not really, no.” That is the answer Youri Tielemans gives when asked whether he expected to leave Aston Villa this summer, and it says everything about how quickly his move to Manchester United came together. It is easy to forget that Manchester United swiftly and quietly signed a player with eight years of Premier League…
"'Not really, no' - the perhaps surprising answer from Manchester United’s summer signing Youri Tielemans when asked whether he expected to leave his former club Aston Villa in this window.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 15, 2026, 12:28 AMYouri Tielemans Opens Up on Surprise Manchester United Move and Belgium's World Cup Heartbreak
“Not really, no.” That is the answer Youri Tielemans gives when asked whether he expected to leave Aston Villa this summer, and it says everything about how quickly his move to Manchester United came together. It is easy to forget that Manchester United swiftly and quietly signed a player with eight years of Premier League…
- Sky Sports—Tielemans: I did not expect to leave Aston Villa for Man Utd this summer
'Not really, no' - the perhaps surprising answer from Manchester United’s summer signing Youri Tielemans when asked whether he expected to leave his former club Aston Villa in this window.
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