Youri Tielemans' transfer to Manchester United marks a significant moment in his career, as this summer's deal finally brings him to the club after previous interests in 2019 and 2022. The 29-year-old Belgian midfielder joined Manchester United from Aston Villa for £35m, signing a five-year deal while on World Cup duty.

Reflecting on his journey, Tielemans noted the previous interest from the club:

There had been two times that I spoke with the club, but it did not achieve anything.

• He expressed gratitude to Aston Villa, stating, "I owe them the world... But there are clubs above Villa, and Manchester United is one of them."

Despite the excitement of the move, Tielemans acknowledged the challenges he faced in recent matches, especially after having to withdraw from Belgium's World Cup quarter-final against Spain due to an overload of games. He commented on his physical condition, saying, "I feel very good, actually," while explaining the circumstances that led to his withdrawal.

Settling into his new environment, Tielemans benefits from familiar faces, such as Jonny Evans, his former teammate at Leicester, and Harry Maguire. Notably, he also played alongside Marcus Rashford at Aston Villa. Tielemans praised Rashford's return to Manchester United, highlighting his humility and work ethic during training sessions.

As Tielemans embarks on this new chapter, he remains focused on achieving success and contributing to the storied legacy of Manchester United.