A bunch of players have been linked to Manchester United before and in the transfer windows. Not surprising, when one of the world’s biggest clubs has to maneuver their way to the optimal signings, while at the same time clearing space in their own squad. This summer has so far offered four toll trips. Anderson to City, Mateus Fernandes and Tonali to Tottenham, saw the brakes on in Ederson signing due to knee insecurity. On Monday, it is reported that United have finally struck, but on a signing that the English media has barely noticed.
Until now. According to The Athletic , Manchester United are closing in on a deal for 29-year-old Youri Tielemans at Aston Villa.
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The hyperactive transfer journalist Romano follows up by announcing the transfer, with United activating the buyout clause of 41 million euros. The Belgium international and United have agreed on personal terms, it is reported.
Tielemans has played his way into the Premier League. Since his move from Leicester in 2023, the central midfielder has worn the Villa shirt in 134 games with 10 goals and provided 25 assists.
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We’re excited to see the reaction of Man Utd supporters to the signing, as it came as a complete surprise to those outside the walls at Old Trafford.
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