Alex Telles is a football icon who has made a significant impact on the Brazilian national team, becoming one of the most decorated players in the country's history. Born on May 19, 1977, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Telles began his career with the youth teams of his hometown club, Santos. He went on to play for Santos and then moved to Italian club Fiorentina where he played until 2005.
In 2005, Telles joined Manchester United as a free agent after winning the UEFA Champions League with Santos. He was quickly hailed as one of the best midfielders in world football and quickly established himself as one of the leading players at Old Trafford. He scored 14 goals in just 66 appearances during his time at United, helping them win the Premier League and FA Cup in consecutive seasons.
Telles' performances at United were met with great acclaim, and he won several awards including the Ballon d'Or award,Bundesliga Express the FIFA Golden Boot award, and the PFA Players' Player award. He also won the Premier League Golden Glove award for the second year in a row in 2010-2011, which marked the first time that a player had won the award twice in the same season.
However, Telles struggled with injuries throughout his career, and he ended up retiring from playing at the age of 33. Despite his retirement, Telles remains an important figure in the Brazilian footballing landscape, having been named as one of the greatest players in Brazilian football by the International Federation of Association Football (IFAF) in 2018.
Telles' legacy will live on through his contributions to the Brazilian national team, which has won numerous titles under his guidance. His work ethic, leadership qualities, and passion for the game have inspired many young footballers and helped shape the future of Brazilian football.
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