Youri Tielemans reacts to Lucas Digne amid Aston Villa exit news
Youri Tielemans has reacted to Lucas Digne’s social media post amid the news that the left-back could leave Aston Villa.
Digne enjoyed a successful individual campaign for Unai Emery’s men last term, producing six assists across all competitions.
The West Midlands outfit failed to qualify for the Champions League after reaching last season’s quarter-finals, but will instead compete in the Europa League.
However, Digne could be set for pastures new after making 140 Aston Villa appearances since joining from Everton in January 2022.
Tielemans reacts to Digne’s social media post amid Atletico Madrid news
Tielemans was a key player for Emery’s men last season, scoring five goals and creating 10 assists in 53 appearances across all competitions.
Meanwhile, Aston Villa teammate Digne took to Instagram [20 June] to share a holiday photo, which attracted a like form the Belgium international.
But while the defender is currently on holiday, Football Insider have exclusively revealed that Digne has opened talks with Atletico Madrid.
Digne could thrive at Atletico Madrid after Aston Villa exit
Football Insider verdict
From a footballing point of view, Emery’s men will not want to part company with Digne, who has proven himself as a key player at Villa Park throughout his three-and-a-half-season stint.
| Lucas Digne stats | All competitions 2024/25 |
| Appearances | 45 |
| Goals | 0 |
| Assists | 6 |
But after missing out on Champions League qualification, the West Midlands club may have to sell the France international to balance the books.
Meanwhile, Digne could thrive at Atletico Madrid, having previously featured in La Liga for Catalonian giants Barcelona.
Furthermore, Atletico boss Diego Simeone has earned a deserved reputation as one of the best defensive coaches in the world, and could improve the France international.
Former Tottenham man Kieran Trippier developed his game under Simeone in La Liga before joining Newcastle United in 2022, while a move to the Spanish capital could have a similar effect on the Aston Villa man.
Digne turns 32 next month, and could be ready for a new challenge with an Atletico outfit who have booked their spot in next season’s Champions League.
Meanwhile, Emery’s men have been tipped to sell Emi Buendia to Leeds United in a Villa News exclusive.