Youri Tielemans
28-Year-Old
Aston Villa
Premier
OUT
Injury Ankle
Est. Return 3/21/2026
2025 Fantasy Outlook
Tielemans was an undisputed starter and leader for Aston Villa throughout the 2024/25 season, contributing consistently in midfield with three goals, seven assists and smart distribution. He offers control in possession and composure under pressure, and his ability to dictate tempo and connect phases of play made him one of the most reliable midfielders in the league. With two full seasons under Unai Emery, Tielemans enters 2025/26 well positioned to build on his production and remain a central figure. The main question for upside is whether he'll play more in an attacking role or sit deeper next to a defensive midfielder, something that often changes during a match.
Expected to miss several weeks
Tielemans is expected to face an extended period on the sidelines with an ankle injury, according to Jacob Tanswell from The Athletic.
ANALYSIS
Tielemans suffered an ankle injury in Sunday's victory against Newcastle United and is expected to miss an extended period on the sidelines while recovering. The midfielder is expected to return after John McGinn (knee), who is expected to miss around six weeks due to injury. The Belgian will undergo further scans on Thursday to determine whether the initial assessments were correct and to establish the precise extent of the injury. Tielemans has been an undisputed starter for the Villains this season, therefore his absence is a blow for the squad, as he will have to be replaced in the middle of the pitch, with Lamare Bogarde emerging as a likely option to take his spot until the club signs a new midfielder.
Tielemans suffered an ankle injury in Sunday's victory against Newcastle United and is expected to miss an extended period on the sidelines while recovering. The midfielder is expected to return after John McGinn (knee), who is expected to miss around six weeks due to injury. The Belgian will undergo further scans on Thursday to determine whether the initial assessments were correct and to establish the precise extent of the injury. Tielemans has been an undisputed starter for the Villains this season, therefore his absence is a blow for the squad, as he will have to be replaced in the middle of the pitch, with Lamare Bogarde emerging as a likely option to take his spot until the club signs a new midfielder.
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Off with ankle injury
Tielemans was forced off in the 75th minute of Sunday's match against Newcastle due to an apparent ankle injury. "It was his ankle. Hopefully, not a lot, but we must check him with the doctor and wait. I can't say anything more."
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Sets up goal in win
Tielemans assisted once to go with four crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 3-1 victory against Nottingham Forest.
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Delivers assist in win
Tielemans assisted once to go with two crosses (one accurate) and five corners in Saturday's 2-1 victory over Chelsea.
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Another goal contribution
Tielemans assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 3-2 victory over West Ham United.
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Season high in tackles
Tielemans registered three shots (two on goal), one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 1-0 win against Wolverhampton.
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Set to sign new contract?
Tielemans is expected to sign a new contract with Aston Villa, according to Football Insider.
ANALYSIS
Tielemans has been a key player for Aston Villa this season, and the Villains are keen on keeping him around for the long haul. His current contract expires in 2028, but Aston Villa don't want to waste time and are ready to offer him a better deal in order to make sure he doesn't leave in the near future.
Tielemans has been a key player for Aston Villa this season, and the Villains are keen on keeping him around for the long haul. His current contract expires in 2028, but Aston Villa don't want to waste time and are ready to offer him a better deal in order to make sure he doesn't leave in the near future.