BREAKING NEWS: Aston Villa Star Midfielder Youri Tielemans Donates Entire £24 Million Bonus and Sponsorship Earnings to Homeless Charities in Birmingham to Fund 150 Housing Units and 250 Shelter Beds.BIRMINGHAM — In a move that has redefined the meaning of athlete philanthropy, Aston Villa’s Belgian midfield maestro, Youri Tielemans, has officially signed over his entire seasonal bonus package and 2025/26 sponsorship earnings—a staggering £24 million—to local Birmingham charities.
The historic donation is set to fund the “Villa in the Community Housing Project,” an ambitious initiative that will construct 150 permanent housing units and provide 250 emergency shelter beds across the West Midlands. This contribution represents the largest single charitable donation by an active Premier League player in the history of the sport.
The news broke this morning during a press conference at Villa Park, where a visibly emotional Tielemans spoke about his connection to the city. “Since arriving at Villa, this city has become my home,” Tielemans told reporters. “But you cannot call a place home while turning a blind eye to those who have none. I have seen the effects of homelessness firsthand throughout my life, and I knew if I ever had the means, I’d give back in a meaningful way.”
He added with conviction: “No one deserves to sleep on a sidewalk. If this money can ensure that families are warm and safe tonight, then it is worth more than any trophy.”
The funds will be managed by a coalition of local shelters and housing associations. Experts say the £24 million injection will effectively clear the city’s emergency housing waiting list for the next three years
