"Leicester City" announced on Monday that they have acquired midfielder Youri Tielemans from the "Monaco" team, who played the second half of last season at Leicester on loan. It is reported that the "foxes" paid a record amount of 40 million pounds for the 22-year-old Belgian, and the player himself signed a four-year contract. "It's an amazing feeling to link my future with this football club. Since I arrived here on loan last winter, all the players, coaches, and fans have been just fantastic. I am excited about the opportunity to become a player for Leicester City," said Y. Tielemans after signing the contract. The services of the Belgian national team player were actively sought after by "Manchester United", but, according to "Sky Sports," the player himself preferred Leicester's team. Y. Tielemans played 13 matches in the "Leicester City" ranks in the first half of last season, scoring 3 goals and providing 4 assists.
Welcome back, Youri!
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