Youri Tielemans has issued an apology to Aston Villa supporters after appearing to suggest he had stepped up to a bigger club by joining Manchester United, according to BBC News.
The Belgian midfielder's remarks caused a stir among Villa fans, given United sit as Premier League rivals to his former side. Recognising the backlash, Tielemans moved to clarify his comments and smooth things over with the Villa faithful he left behind.
The BBC report does not detail the exact wording of his original remarks or provide further context on the circumstances surrounding his move, but confirms the apology followed reaction from Villa's fanbase to his comparison between the two clubs.