Alex Telles has officially left Manchester United to join the ranks of Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia. At 30, the Brazilian full-back will reunite with his former Red Devils teammate Cristiano Ronaldo, who moved to the Gulf state earlier this year. The amount of the transfer as well as the duration of the contract have not yet been revealed.
However, the defender has reasons to be excited about this new challenge, not only because he’ll probably make more than in Europe, but also because this league is becoming the go-to destination for a number of world-class footballers.
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A new chapter for Alex Telles
Telles made 50 appearances at Old Trafford since joining from Porto in 2020. Last season he was loaned out to Sevilla, where he enjoyed more playing time and played in 38 games. The defender, who boasts 12 caps in the national team, left United as he ran from behind English international Luke Shaw.
Official, confirmed. Alex Telles joins Al Nassr on permanent transfer from Man United. 🟡🔵🇸🇦
Deal completed, exclusive story now confirmed. pic.twitter.com/yAdjCkTC9a
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 23, 2023
Telles’ arrival further bolsters the growing reputation of the Saudi Pro League, which has been attracting world-renowned names since Ronaldo made the switch. This summer, the likes of Karim Benzema, Roberto Firmino and N’Golo Kante lead a group of superstars taking their talents to Saudi Arabia.
