With their team still winning the Premier League and Europe, it must feel like a dream to be an Aston Villa supporter these days.

Unai Emery has significantly upped the bar and contributed significantly to the team’s success, therefore the acquisition of the Spaniard may be the best commercial decision the club has made in recent memory.

But Villa have also been extremely selective in their acquisitions, adjusting their scouting to fit the playing philosophy and system of the former Arsenal manager.

In light of this, let’s examine a summer addition who might end up being one of the best values of the year.

Villa’s purchase price for Youri Tielemans
During his 195 appearances and 54 goal contribution record while at Leicester City, Youri Tielemans solidified his reputation as a highly esteemed Premier League midfield player.

This was even the case during the previous season’s Foxes relegation struggle, although despite his best efforts over 31 games, he was unable to keep his team out of the drop zone.

When Tielemans’ contract ended in the summer, Villa was able to sign him for a very attractive price because the Belgian had no desire to play in the Championship.

The former Anderlecht prodigy signed a four-year contract with Villans on a free transfer, and at £150,000 per week, he is now the joint highest paid player at the team, according to Capology.

The current market value of Youri Tielemans
Tielemans had to wait patiently for his chance to shine in the Spaniard’s side after transferring to Villa Park, but now that he’s here, he’s an important member of the team.

This season, the eight-year-old has participated in thirty-one Premier League games, starting half of them. He has been an excellent asset to the midfield, contributing creativity with his six assists.

Tielemans might be a part of a team that, between now and the conclusion of the season, not only makes it into the Champions League but also wins a European trophy with Villa for the first time since 1982.