A look at five notable comments on Youri Tielemans, who is set to sign for Manchester United.
Manchester United’s deal for Youri Tielemans is set to be confirmed, and he will be a major addition to the club’s midfield.
Tielemans brings considerable Premier League experience from his time at Leicester City and Aston Villa, and the signing shows United’s intent to win now.
As part of our coverage of United’s transfer for Tielemans, here is a look at five notable quotes about the Belgium international.
Pep Guardiola
Former Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola revealed in 2021 that he has been a long-term admirer of Youri Tielemans.
He stated: “Tielemans is a top, top class player. I remember when I arrive my first season and Vincent Kompany started speaking about him when he was in the national team for Belgium how good he was in that period. Vincent as always he was right.”
Wes Morgan
Former Leicester City title-winning defender Wes Morgan spoke out to praise Tielemans, paying tribute to the midfielder’s character and work ethic.
He said: “Youri is a special player. The amount of work he does, off the field and in the gym and the hours he puts in is the reason why he is producing these magical moments.
“He is always the type of player to be doing extra shooting practice at the end of the game. If you keep working hard like that, then it pays off.”
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Marc Albrighton
Another former Leicester City star Marc Albrighton also backed Tielemans’ professional approach and said that the midfielder deserves more appreciation.
He stated: “Youri Tielemans, for me, one of the best midfielders, if not, the best that I have played with.
“He’s so talented. Just to have him around the place. His professionalism I think rubs off on other players as well. The young players see him working and the things he is doing, before and after training.
“People don’t appreciate that as much as they should.”
Jermain Defoe
Ex-Tottenham and West Ham striker Jermain Defoe also raved about Tielemans’ ability, and he believes he will only get better when surrounded by top talent.
Jermain Defoe: “Technically he is so good, players like that, when you have better players around you, it makes you better. He’s just a top player.”
Bryan Robson
Legendary Manchester United captain Bryan Robson picked out Tielemans in a pre-season preview back in 2023.
Robson said on Tielemans: “Has Premier League and international experience, you rarely see him have a bad game.
“Gets some decent goals which are often spectacular and is a good athlete.”
Hopefully Manchester United fans can enjoy Tielemans scoring spectacular goals for the club during his time at Old Trafford.
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