Sources: Aston Villa star to reject Saudi move after club make him an exception
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(Credit: Imago) Thu 19 March 2026 8:00, UK Youri Tielemans is ready to reject any offers to leave Aston Villa and move to Saudi Arabia this summer, sources have told Football Insider.The midfielder is on the radar of several Pro League clubs at the moment, but is not prepared to turn his back on Villa Park in order to secure a lucrative move to the Middle East.Sources say that the 28-year-old feels that he still has plenty to offer in the Premier League, and is committed to helping the Villans continue their impressive project under Unai Emery.Aston Villa’s transfer plans are set to see them try and strengthen their hand again ahead of next season, and they have already made it clear that they do not want to lose Tielemans. 🔄 Aston Villa Transfer Update 🔄 Breaking news on signings, departures, and contract news from the Aston Villa boardroom. VISIT THE VILLA TRANSFER HUBYouri Tielemans totally protected at Aston VillaFootball Insider revealed earlier this week that Aston Villa aren’t willing to entertain the idea of selling Tielemans this summer, despite the Saudi interest creating a lucrative opportunity for them.
StatsTielemans’ TotalApps17Goal Involvements4Successful Pass %84.5%Chances Created26Successful Dribble %69.2%Duels Won %56.9%Tielemans’ stats in the Premier League this season.There is an acceptance from within the club hierarchy that every player has a price, but an exception is set to be made for the former Leicester City man, who is deemed as being too important to lose under any circumstances.Tielemans has been sidelined since 25 January with an ankle injury, and that has coincided with a dip in form that has seen Villa lose four of their last seven games in the Premier League. Ex-Villa chief backs club to seal Brian Madjo registrationFormer Villa chief executive Keith Wyness told Football Insider earlier this week that Villa “have a case” with their bid to prematurely register youngster Brian Madjo, with UEFA currently blocking them from doing so.The 17-year-old Luxembourg international joined from Metz back in January, but is being deemed as an international transfer, despite the fact that he was born in England and has turned out for the Three Lions at youth level.At the moment, Madjo cannot be registered to play for Villa’s first team until he turns 18 in January 2027, but Wyness feels that his former club should be able to overcome UEFA due to his place of birth.
The striker is unable to play for Villa at senior level until the issue can be resolved, but the club hierarchy are continuing to dispute the matter with UEFA to try and reach a positive outcome. 🦁 ASTON VILLA INSIDER UPDATE 🦁 Get the inside track on the Villa Park dugout, transfer strategy, player wages, and technical leadership at Bodymoor Heath. Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from Villa Park.