Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has described new signing Alex Telles as a “fighter and a winner” who will improve the team.
United have now confirmed the signing of Telles from Porto for a fee of around 18m.
Earlier today, the Brazilian defender put pen to paper on a four-year deal with an option of a further year with the Red Devils.
Given United’s current state in defence at the moment, a lot is already expected from Telles after his deal became official.
For Solskjaer, the arrival of the defender sees the club finally get a player in their sights for a while. The United boss is confident the new signing will be a positive addition to his squad.
“First and foremost, I welcome Alex (Telles)to United,” Solskjaer told the club’s website. “He is a player we have been tracking for some time and his performances over the past few years are exactly what we are looking for.
“He is a fighter and a winner and will add real determination and competition to the squad.”
“Alex has the qualities, both as a player and as a person, that we want here at Manchester United.”
The arrival of Telles will put pressure on current first-choice left-back Luke Shaw. The 25-year-old came under fire for his display in the humiliating 6-1 loss to Tottenham.
The new Brazilian arrival will be in contention to make his debut when United take on Newcastle in their next Premier League fixture.
Be sure not to miss out on the latest news about Ole Gunnar Solskjaer
Download our brand new App and follow your favorite players, clubs, and much more
