Manchester United have completed the signing of midfielder Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa for approximately £35 million.
The 29-year-old Belgium international has signed a five-year contract with the club.
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Tielemans expressed his excitement about the move, saying he is eager to compete for major trophies at Old Trafford.
"It's hard to describe just how proud I am to join Manchester United.
Signing for such a special club feels incredible, it is the culmination of years of dedication since I first fell in love with football," Tielemans said.
The transfer follows United's acquisition of Andrey Santos from Chelsea for £48 million plus potential add-ons.
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Tielemans brings significant experience, having earned 90 caps for Belgium and captained the team at the recent World Cup.
Jason Wilcox, United's director of football, praised Tielemans' track record.
"Youri has consistently been one of the most outstanding midfielders in the Premier League throughout the past seven years.
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He has all of the technical qualities, as well as the ambition and mentality, to thrive at Manchester United," Wilcox said.
