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title: "Manchester United identify Belgian superstar as Carrick successor"
canonical: "https://www.footballtransfertavern.com/man-united-identify-belgian-superstar-as-carrick-successor/"
type: "post"
language: "en-GB"
author: "Josh Challies"
section: "Manchester United Football Club"
published: "2015-10-12T18:53:11Z"
modified: "2015-10-12T18:53:11Z"
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# Manchester United identify Belgian superstar as Carrick successor

[![Tielemans](https://cdn.footballtransfertavern.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/Tielemans-500x371.jpg)](https://cdn.footballtransfertavern.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/Tielemans.jpg?admin)Manchester United fans are excited to see Louis Van Gaal preparing for the long-term future at Old Trafford after reading reports at the weekend which stated the Red Devils are eyeing a key addition to their squad.

*The Daily Mail* say United are[keen on bringing Anderlecht star Youri Tielemans to the Premier League](https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-3267800/Manchester-United-interested-tempting-Anderlecht-teenage-midfielder-Youri-Tielemans-Old-Trafford.html), joining the likes of Chelsea, Barcelona and Borussia Dortmund in the chase- all of whom have [scouted the teenager in recent months.](https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-3267800/Manchester-United-interested-tempting-Anderlecht-teenage-midfielder-Youri-Tielemans-Old-Trafford.html)

18-year-old Tielemans is capable of adopting a defensive or more advanced role in the midfield, having made his Champions League debut at the age of just 16, and [United see him as the ideal successor to Michael Carrick’s spot in midfield.](https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-3267800/Manchester-United-interested-tempting-Anderlecht-teenage-midfielder-Youri-Tielemans-Old-Trafford.html)

Tielemans is set to become the latest impressive youngster to move to Manchester United this year, following Memphis Depay and Anthony Martial’s arrival in the summer; a duo that set United back over £50m.

**United fans, would Youri Tielemans provide a huge boost to your midfield? Let us know below in the comments!**