Youri Tielemans names Jason Statham as dream training partner
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 8:05 AM
Last updated Oct 8, 2026
Manchester United midfielder Youri Tielemans has revealed he would choose actor Jason Statham as his ideal training partner. Since joining from Aston Villa this summer, Tielemans has started every match for United, who are currently 12th in the Premier League, having won only one of their first five games. Other players shared their preferences, with choices ranging from Lionel Messi to Michael Jordan. The team's ongoing struggle for form precedes a match against Tottenham Hotspur on October 10.
- •Youri Tielemans joined Manchester United from Aston Villa this summer.
- •United is 12th in the Premier League after five matches.
- •The team has only one win this season.
- •Players shared various dream training partners, including Messi and Jordan.
- •United faces Tottenham Hotspur on October 10.
- 8:05 AMYahoo Sports — Youri Tielemans: Man United star explains why he wants to train with Jason Statham
"Manchester United midfielder Youri Tielemans has hit the ground running at Old Trafford since his move this summer. The Belgian arrived from Aston Villa and has started every game for the Red Devils t...
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