Manchester United midfielder Youri Tielemans has apologised to Aston Villa fans after suggesting that Manchester United are 'above' his former club. Tielemans made the switch from Villa Park to Old Trafford this summer for a £35m fee. The Belgium midfielder flourished under Unai Emery after arriving at Aston Villa on a free transfer from Leicester in 2023, helping them to Europa League triumph earlier this year with a goal in the final. Tielemans has now admitted that he made a mistake with that remark, though meant no offence. "Never meant for my words in the press yesterday to offend anyone or the institution of Aston Villa Football Club, which I massively respect and I'm grateful for the past 3 years," Tielemans posted on Instagram. "I must however admit my mistake and apologise for my choice of words, will be more careful in the future. "Wishing the club the best in the future." Villa finished a place and six points behind Manchester United in the Premier League last season, and were narrowly beaten by Paris Saint-Germain in the Uefa Super Cup on Wednesday. Tielemans, meanwhile, featured off the bench for Michael Carrick’s side in a friendly against Leeds at Croke Park in Dublin. ## What happened? Youri Tielemans has apologised to Aston Villa fans after suggesting that Manchester United are 'above' his former club. ## Why it matters for Manchester United Tielemans' comments have sparked a debate about the club's status in the Premier League. ## What comes next? The Premier League season is set to resume soon, with Manchester United looking to build on their recent form. Manchester United are currently 14 points behind leaders Arsenal in the title race, and have a recent form of 4W-1D-0L (WWWWD, most recent first). They have scored 69 goals and conceded 50 this season, with a goal difference of +19. Their last result was a 3-0 win over Brighton on May 24. Manchester United are currently 3rd in the Premier League, with 71 points from 38 games. They have a recent form of WWDWW, and are on a 4-game winning run.