EPL: Tielemans apologises to Villa fans over Man United comments
Man United midfielder, Youri Tielemans, has apologised to Aston Villa fans after his comments suggesting Manchester United are a bigger club sparked criticism.
The Belgium midfielder, who recently joined United from Villa, praised his former club for helping him rediscover his best form but then said: “There are clubs above Villa, and Manchester United is one of them.”
The comments did not go down well with some Villa supporters, prompting Tielemans to address the issue on Instagram.
As reported by BBC Sport on Thursday, Tielemans was quoted as saying, “Never meant for my words in the press yesterday to offend anyone or the institution of Aston Villa Football Club, which I massively respect and I’m grateful for the past three years.”
“I must, however, admit my mistake and apologise for my choice of words, will be more careful in the future.
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Tielemans spent three years at Villa after joining from Leicester City, making 134 appearances and scoring 10 goals.
Having now begun a new chapter at Manchester United, the midfielder has made it clear that his comments were not intended to undermine the contribution Villa made to his career.
His apology comes as both clubs prepare for their final pre-season fixtures before the new Premier League campaign gets under way.
PUNCH Online had reported that Tielemans had explained his decision to leave Aston Villa, saying the Old Trafford club is a step above his former side.
Gilbert Ekugbe
Gilbert Ekugbe is a journalist at Punch Newspapers with over a decade of experience reporting on business and economic affairs. He covers markets, corporate developments, finance, and Nigeria’s broader economic landscape. His reporting is informed by extensive newsroom experience and a strong commitment to accuracy and responsible journalism, helping readers understand complex business issues.
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