Man United's Alex Telles calls LeBron James his inspiration, talks about love for music

Man United left-back Alex Telles has labelled Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James as his inspiration on and off pitch. Brazilian international has had a topsy turvy start to life in England after injuries and coronavirus saw him miss games quite early in his career at Old Trafford.  28-year-old has made seven appearances for Red Devils this season, as he continues to adapt to his new surroundings. 

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Alex Telles names 'example' LeBron James as his inspiration on and off pitch 

In an interview with ESPN Brasil as reported by SportWitness, Alex Telles talked about life since moving to Manchester United after his €15m move from Porto this summer. 28-year-old admitted that he’s been working to get on same pace as his teammates with English football being much more intense and physical. marauding left-back had accumulated an impressive tally of assists at Porto, and Telles admits that he is working on replicating his record at Old Trafford. former Galatasaray man said that he doesn’t leave training without feeling that he has evolved in any way, even if it is a cross or a set-piece.

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While Telles is yet to get on scoresheet, he has one assist to his name this season and will be looking to add more to his tally over course of season. Basketball has had a huge influence on Alex Telles, and Brazilian admits looking up to Los Angeles Lakers legend LeBron James. 35-year-old led Lakers to title earlier this year, becoming first player to win NBA finals MVP with three different franchises.

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Telles said that LeBron is example of a perfect athlete, for way he works and trains. Man United new signing also mentioned that Lakers star mans to improve his teammates, being in finals, giving his best, always being one of best players in competitions and looks up to him on and off field. Telles furr said, "He’s also a guy who has his foundations and helps people. In Caxias, Brazil, I also have my social project. So I really like this kind of athletes of mentality. He really is a guy that I get a lot of inspiration from".

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Alex Telles and music: Man United star reveals love for musical instruments 

Alex Telles also revealed that music plays a huge role in his life off pitch. Brazilain international plays a host of instruments and has taken many of m on his trip to Manchester. Telles revealed that his instruments were one of first things he wanted to bring with him, as it is his refuge when he gets distracted or troubled. left-back said that he has played guitar since he was eight, and had learned pia about two years ago. He also kws how to play  percussion instruments used in samba and pagode and also likes playing drums. 

(Im Courtesy: Alex Telles, LeBron James Instagram)