Alex Telles is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for the Brazilian club Flamengo in the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A. Born on February 17, 1988, Telles started his career with Sport Recife and later joined Flamengo, where he has been playing since 2016.
In his first season with Flamengo, Telles made 15 appearances across all competitions and scored one goal. He was quickly promoted to the first team after the start of the 2017-2018 season, making 44 appearances across all competitions and scoring six goals. In 2018-2019, Telles played 54 games in all competitions, scoring 10 goals, and helped Flamengo reach the Copa do Brasil Final.
In 2019-2020, Telles continued to perform well for Flamengo, playing 63 matches across all competitions, scoring four goals,Serie A Stadium and helping the club win the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A. In 2020-2021, Telles made 68 appearances across all competitions, scoring five goals, and helped Flamengo qualify for the Copa Libertadores.
Throughout his career, Telles has become a key player for Flamengo, earning numerous accolades such as the Player of the Year award at the end of the 2018-2019 season. He is widely regarded as one of the best midfielders in Brazil and is known for his technical ability, dribbling skills, and ability to link up play effectively with teammates.
Telles' performances have not gone unnoticed by fans and media alike, and he continues to be a prominent figure in the Brazilian football scene. Despite facing some criticism for his defensive style and sometimes controversial tactics, Telles remains a valuable asset to Flamengo's squad, contributing significantly to their success both on and off the field.