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15 Aug 2025, 17:53

Your Predictions: Yuri Tilemans on Aston Villa and Plans for the Season

  • Yuri Tilemans became a key player for Aston Villa after transferring from Leicester.
  • Unai Emery is raising the standards of the team, striving to achieve trophies.
  • Aston Villa plans to avoid repeating last season's mistakes to improve results.

Yuri Tilemans, who joined Aston Villa as a free agent, spoke about his experience under Unai Emery's management. He noted that the first training session took place in his hometown in Leicestershire, where they discussed his role in the team. Tilemans became an important player for Villa, having played over 60 matches last season, including 52 in the starting lineup.

He emphasized that the team lost several crucial points last season, which impacted their chances of qualifying for the Champions League. Tilemans believes that now the team must avoid repeating mistakes that cost them points. Aston Villa finished sixth last season but aims for more.

Unai Emery, the team's manager, also highlighted the importance of team development and adapting to new challenges. He believes the club still lags behind financially compared to other teams, but has its strong sides. Villa aims to compete for trophies, including in the Europa League, and hopes to improve their results in the new season.

Tilemans stated that he wants to be an example for his children, spending time with family and nurturing their development. He wants the team to achieve success on the field, as this is important for all players.

Emphasizing the importance of team work, Emery stressed that Aston Villa must remain competitive, regardless of financial limitations. The team is preparing for the season's start, and Tilemans is ready for new challenges.

Tags: Sport/Football/English Premier League

Articles on this topic:

  • www.bbc.com - 'We have to be intelligent' - can Emery's Villa outwit big spenders?
  • www.theguardian.com - ‘Don’t lose those stupid points’: Youri Tielemans on Aston Villa lessons, Emery and aiming high
  • www.skysports.com - Aston Villa PSR: Club confident of meeting UEFA and Premier League financial rules without major player sales
  • www.skysports.com - Aston Villa PSR: Club confident of meeting UEFA and Premier League financial rules without major player sales