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Tielemans apologises for saying Manchester United bigger than Villa
Belgian midfielder Youri Tielemans has apologised to Aston Villa fans after saying Manchester United are a bigger club than his former team. Tielemans, 29, joined United from Villa in July for £35…
The Story in Brief
Belgian midfielder Youri Tielemans has apologised to Aston Villa fans after saying Manchester United are a bigger club than his former team. Tielemans, 29, joined United from Villa in July for £35 million after his release clause was triggered.
He helped Villa win the Europa League last season, ending their 30-year trophy drought. But in a recent interview, Tielemans said: "There are clubs above Villa, and Manchester United is one of them." After Villa supporters reacted with anger, Tielemans wrote on Instagram: "Never meant for my words… to offend anyone… I must however admit my mistake and apologise." He is expected to debut for United against Hull on August 22.
The Indian Opinion
Tielemans' apology seems genuine, but the saga reflects how football loyalty is often tested by ambition. The lazy narrative is that players owe unwavering allegiance to clubs, yet transfers are part of the game. Tielemans simply stated a fact: United's global profile dwarfs Villa's. The real test will be how Villa fans treat him when he returns to Villa Park, and whether his performances justify the move.
Source: hindustantimes.com
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