Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleThe Belgium captain has penned a four-year contract at Old Trafford (Reuters)Manchester United have completed the signing of Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa for £35m. The Belgium captain has penned a four-year contract at Old Trafford after United activated his release clause. Tielemans expressed immense pride in joining the club, describing it as a "special" move and the culmination of his career. He becomes United's third summer arrival, following Andrey Santos and goalkeeper Karl Darlow. Director of football Jason Wilcox highlighted Tielemans' consistent performance, technical qualities, and leadership as key reasons for his acquisition. In fullManchester United complete signing of Youri Tielemans as midfield rebuild ramps upMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in