Youri Tielemans

[Goldenballs]

Comparison of McGinn, Luiz and Tielemans. If you like that sort of thing.

https://twitter.com/Squawka/status/1675829489170010112?t=C_86cgmDHRinUcyBFM6c8w&s=19

[footywithuti]

Morning everyone, hope you’re doing well. Here’s a short video detailing why I believe Youri Tielemans is the perfect fit for Aston Villa in under 3 minutes for those interested. Thought now would be a good time to share given he’s officially signed for the club!

https://youtu.be/XWjo-0oRrkg

[Footy-Vill]

Similar to Mings where does Tielemans signing leave McGinn?

I do wonder what's going on in some ways because Villa have signed upgrades to both Mings and McGinn in their position and I feel the new signings seem to be technically proficient
I guess it's perceived as competition?

One way to look at things though is to consider this;
We wouldn't be surprised if Emery signed either Youri or Pau if he were at another club, but would he sign Mings or McGinn?

However, there is little doubt in my mind that Tielemans and Pau are superior players who suited more to the team. I assume he is delighted to have them as assets but wants to keep the continuity of Mings and McGinn and reward them.  To be fair they both demonstrated how they progressed and understood Emery's teachings and should rightfully be part of the squad and given a fair amount of playing time but they may find it difficult over course of season to get as much regular playing time as last season.

The great thing is there's a quality squad developing and that's essential for the level we are now at and to also move into top 4 and win trophies.

[Risso]

McGinn's just signed a new contract.

[RamboandBruno]

Similar to Mings where does Tielemans signing leave McGinn?

I do wonder what's going on in some ways because Villa have signed upgrades to both Mings and McGinn in their position and I feel the new signings seem to be technically proficient
I guess it's perceived as competition?

One way to look at things though is to consider this;
We wouldn't be surprised if Emery signed either Youri or Pau if he were at another club, but would he sign Mings or McGinn?

However, there is little doubt in my mind that Tielemans and Pau are superior players who suited more to the team. I assume he is delighted to have them as assets but wants to keep the continuity of Mings and McGinn and reward them.  To be fair they both demonstrated how they progressed and understood Emery's teachings and should rightfully be part of the squad and given a fair amount of playing time but they may find it difficult over course of season to get as much regular playing time as last season.

The great thing is there's a quality squad developing and that's essential for the level we are now at and to also move into top 4 and win trophies.

I see Tielemans and McGinn as completely different types of midfielders. McGinn quite also quite often plays wide for uI don’t see Tilemans playing out there.

[Monty]

It's called having a squad. At this level, with this number of competitions, you have to have quality in reserve all over the pitch.

And I agree that I don't really see McGinn's role as replaced by Tielemans, given that McGinn has shifted to the right under Emery.

[pablo_picasso]

I see Tielemans and McGinn as completely different types of midfielders. McGinn quite also quite often plays wide for uI don’t see Tilemans playing out there.

I agree. Tielemans doesn't have the pace to play out wide for starters...

[Footy-Vill]

Youri is a fantastic midfielder with a lot of versatility.
I'm thrilled to have him at Villa under Emery's tutelage.
His shooting technique is superb, as shown by some of the amazing goals from distance he's scored.
Looking forward to seeing him in the midfield for Villa be it alongside McGinn or instead of.
Quality signing.

[Chico Hamilton III]

Double Stone Island. Poor start to his Villa career

https://twitter.com/avfcofficial/status/1680882163657461763?s=46&t=fPyiXcae7CCzHj_x8UdphA

[VillaTim]

Youri is a fantastic midfielder with a lot of versatility.
I'm thrilled to have him at Villa under Emery's tutelage.
His shooting technique is superb, as shown by some of the amazing goals from distance he's scored.
Looking forward to seeing him in the midfield for Villa be it alongside McGinn or instead of.
Quality signing.

I don't see McGinn making way for him , especially with Ramsey out.

[Dante Lavelli]

Direct competition for luiz for me. Occasionally luiz and Youri might play together, probably at home when the Kamara safety net is less important.

[chrisw1]

Direct competition for luiz for me. Occasionally luiz and Youri might play together, probably at home when the Kamara safety net is less important.

That's where I see him most too.  But he can play as an 8 and I think he'll probably start in the Ramsey role this season.  I also think Luiz is good enough to push up if needed too, but suspect it will be Youri.

[London Villan]

it allows us to play a 433 as well.

Tieleman, Kamara and Luiz, behind an attacking 3 would be very strong.

[Hookeysmith]

Agree with both last 2 posts. It has really strengthened our midfield into being something very dynamic and interchangeable depending on opposition and how in game management takes place.

Very exciting on top of a similar exercise in defence - now to get the attack the same

Its almost like we have a plan 

[Astnor]

it allows us to play a 433 as well.

Tieleman, Kamara and Luiz, behind an attacking 3 would be very strong.

I would like it like this. McGinn then as part og the front three on the left or right as he was for Scotland and has been playing for us a bit. Going more defensive 442 McGinn on left flank and Luiz on right and Tielemans and Kamara in the middle. JJ alternate with McGinn when back. Very strong midfield. Then two places up top to fill between the ones we have and the new ones coming in. A new RB and then ready to go!