Manchester United’s summer signing Youri Tielemans shared insights about his unexpected transfer from Aston Villa and his experiences with the Belgium national team during the recent World Cup. Surprisingly, Tielemans stated he was not anticipating a summer move, focusing instead on his football and the World Cup.

In his first interview since joining Manchester United, Tielemans explained that he had previously spoken with the club but remained calm, letting his agent handle negotiations. He emphasized his gratitude towards Aston Villa, stating, "I owe them the world" for helping him regain his best form.

Reuniting with Familiar Faces

Tielemans expressed excitement about reuniting with Jonny Evans, a former teammate at Leicester City, who now serves on Manchester United's coaching staff. He mentioned, "Jonny has always been a main character" and noted that their previous relationship aids his transition into the team.

He also reflected on his time with Marcus Rashford, who had a loan stint at Aston Villa. Tielemans described Rashford as humble and hardworking, stating, "He was great" and showcased remarkable skills during their time together.

World Cup Experience

During the summer, Tielemans captained Belgium in the World Cup, where the team reached the quarter-finals before losing to Spain. Unfortunately, he could not participate in the crucial match due to an injury sustained in the warm-up. He elaborated on the injury, attributing it to an overload of games leading up to the knockout stages.

Tielemans also discussed the controversial red card reversal of USA striker Folarin Balogun, stating that it did not significantly impact Belgium’s preparation for the match.

As he embarks on this new chapter with Manchester United, Tielemans remains optimistic about contributing to the club's success.