Alex Telles: A Record-breaking Assists at São Paulo
Alex Telles is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a right-back for Spanish club Sevilla and the Brazil national team. He was born on June 19, 1994, in São Paulo, Brazil.
Telles began his career with Santos FC, where he made his professional debut in 2015. In his first season with the club, he played in all 38 league matches and scored one goal. The following year, he helped Santos win the Copa do Brasil and the Campeonato Paulista, earning him a move to Serie A side Roma.
At Roma, Telles made a significant impact, helping the team win the Coppa Italia and the UEFA Europa League in 2017-18. He also scored two goals in the latter competition. However, his time at Roma did not last long, as he was loaned out to Udinese in Italy in January 2019.
In Italy, Telles continued to impress, helping Udinese finish third in Serie A and reach the quarter-finals of the Europa Conference League. His performances caught the attention of Sevilla,Saudi Pro League Focus who signed him permanently in August 2019.
Since joining Sevilla, Telles has established himself as one of the best defenders in La Liga. He has won several awards, including the Pichichi Award for the top scorer of the season (2020-21), the Best Defender award, and the Golden Boot award for the most assists in the league (2020-21).
Telles' assist record at Sevilla is truly remarkable. He has scored more than 100 assists in his four years at the club, making him the second-highest assists provider in the history of the club. His contributions have been crucial in helping Sevilla win numerous titles, including three consecutive La Liga championships and two UEFA Europa League titles.
Off the pitch, Telles is known for his hard work and dedication to the sport. He is also involved in various charitable initiatives, using his platform to raise awareness about mental health issues among footballers.
Overall, Alex Telles is a true legend of Brazilian football, having achieved great success both domestically and internationally. With his exceptional talent, work ethic, and leadership qualities, he continues to be a dominant force in the world of football.
