Youri Tielemans: Man United signing gives two cents on Jonny Evans | OneFootball

Manchester United have completed a deal for Youri Tielemans this week.

Historical interest

United have been linked to the Belgian star for years and first encountered him when they played his Anderlecht side in the 2017 Europa League quarter-final.

Tielemans then moved to AS Monaco before joining Leicester City on loan in 2018.

The midfielder was again linked to United, but he eventually joined the Foxes on a permanent deal.

After making 195 appearances, he joined Aston Villa in 2023 and played 134 matches for the club over three seasons.

Jonny Evans influence

New signings Andrey Santos and Tielemans have both discussed the appeal of playing under such a successful midfielder as Michael Carrick.

Nonetheless, there is another former player on United’s coaching staff who has had a significant influence on Tielemans.

Jonny Evans, who joined United’s coaching staff alongside Carrick in January of this year, played for Leicester City between 2018 and 2023, meaning he was teammates with Tielemans for four years.

Speaking to the club’s official website, Tielemans revealed his thoughts on the former Northern Irish player.

The midfielder explained, “Jonny has been a big influence. I think he spoke with the manager about my character and my personality.”

What’s more, he added, “he’s been a big influence and I’ve always kept in touch with Jonny. He’s such a great guy.”

Tielemans will now take a well-earned holiday after captaining his nation at the World Cup.

He will then return to United’s pre-season ahead of the new Premier League season, which kicks off on the 22nd of August for the Red Devils.

Their first assignment is an away trip to newly promoted Hull City, where Tielemans will be hoping to make his competitive debut for the club.

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