Tielemans departs Villa Park having made 134 appearances across all competitions, contributing 10 goals and 24 assists. His defensive work-rate was also a key feature of Unai Emery’s tactical set-up; during the 2025-26 season, he won more tackles (36) than any of his teammates, demonstrating the balanced skill set he brings to Manchester.
The Belgian international feels his age and experience have made him the finished article. "I have a lot of experience. I'm 29 years old and I’m ready to push on and make the next step in my career. That’s why this is the perfect club for me. They want to win and, hopefully, be really good on the pitch, so that’s why I chose to come here," he explained.