Manchester United midfielder Youri Tielemans has issued an apology after his comments about Aston Villa following his summer move to the Red Devils.
Apology on Instagram
In a post on Instagram, Tielemans said: "Never meant for my words in the press yesterday to offend anyone or undermine the institution of Aston Villa Football Club which I massively respect and I'm grateful to for the past three years.
"I must however admit my mistake and apologise for my choice of words, (I) will be more careful in the future. Wishing the club the best in the future. Youri."
Comments that sparked reaction
The Belgium captain had said: "I am very thankful to Aston Villa. I owe them the world. It is a great club, we did amazing things, and they have put me back to my best level. But there are clubs above Villa, and Manchester United is one of them.
"It is a great achievement for any footballer to end up here. It means you have done well in your career. But it does not end there. I want to be successful."
Factions of the Villa Park faithful appear to have taken umbrage with the comments made by Tielemans, who helped the club to European silverware with their Europa League triumph.
