Nicky Butt names Youri Tielemans Manchester United's top signing

Nicky Butt has identified Youri Tielemans as the most significant acquisition made by Manchester United during the summer transfer window. The former Manchester United midfielder believes the Belgian's arrival represents the club's best move ahead of the 2026/27 Premier League campaign.

Tielemans joined the club from Aston Villa for a fee of £35m. Butt highlighted the player's extensive experience as a primary reason for his high rating. The midfielder has competed in the Champions League with Aston Villa and represented Belgium at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Speaking on The Good, The Bad & The Football podcast, Butt noted that the player's age and cost make him a valuable addition. He described the move as a brilliant piece of business for the club, citing Tielemans' quality as a footballer.

Michael Carrick has overseen several additions to his squad this summer to increase depth. Alongside Tielemans, the club has completed the signings of Andrey Santos, Karl Darlow, Kit Margetson, Cristian Orozco, and Tynan Thompson.

Despite these multiple arrivals, Butt maintains that the deal for the former Aston Villa player stands out above the others. The assessment focuses on the combination of the transfer fee and the international pedigree the midfielder brings to the squad.