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Manchester United fans highlight important impact Alex Telles had as Al-Nassr transfer confirmed
23.07.2023 - 12:09 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Manchester United fans have thanked Alex Telles for pushing Luke Shaw after his permanent move to Al-Nassr was confirmed.
The Brazilian has reunited with Cristiano Ronaldo and become the latest player to join the Saudi Pro League. Telles didn't return to training with United with the club keen to sell the 30-year-old, who had one year left on his contract.
Erik ten Hag deemed Telles surplus to requirements after signing Tyrell Malacia last summer and he spent the campaign with Sevilla. He's now sealed a permanent exit.
Telles' biggest contribution at Old Trafford, in the eyes of some fans, was helping Shaw recapture his best form. He joined United from Porto in 2020 and the competition helped spur Shaw to up his game at left-back.
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It didn't work out for Telles but Shaw has gone from strength to strength since he signed. He's now an integral member of the team and a trusted ally for Ten Hag.
Telles' best moment on the pitch was his sensational volley against Villarreal in the Champions League in 2021. That helped United mount a comeback with Ronaldo scoring a late winner.
Here is a sample of what United fans had to say about Telles' departure.
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