Alex Telles joined Sevilla on loan this season and "didn't have to think twice" about moving fromManchester United.
The full-back was signed by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer two years ago, but Luke Shaw was the front-runner for his position, claiming a first-team spot. Struggling to find.Last season he was given the chance to appear in 26 games, but the arrival of Tyrell Maracia always hampered his playing time even more. Recently, he was embroiled in a breakup with young Hannibal Mabri after losing to Brighton and Hove Albion in May. The pair had to pull apart and boss Ralf Rangnick even cut training short. Erik ten Hag has acknowledged the conflict, has allowed Telles to leave, and Mabry, who is highly regarded by the club, is expected to feature this season.
The new Seville boy opened his heart to his move and from first contact was impatient to trade England for Spain. 36} said: From the moment I first got the message to come here, I never thought twice. We are ready for this important week when La Liga kicks off."
The La Liga side finished fourth last season, so they will play in the Champions League. However, Telles' parent club will have to play a year in the Europa League after finishing sixth. United's final campaign was marred by rumors of poor performances and infighting as the former player called for a cultural reset at the club. Defeats such as
Brighton and Liverpool highlighted problems with Tenhag and his staff who lost the season opener to Seagulls at Old Trafford. It will take some transfer windows before the Dutch player can form a squad, but Telles isn't worried about the lack of a purchase option on his loan deal.
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He said: Now I am here thinking about this important year for all of you. I am not thinking about the future. The future depends on now. I want things to go well and my best. I am proud of how my career is developing. Because I've come this far and been through all the great clubs I've been through. Nothing is difficult for me. I am always positive and willing to work hard to get where I want to be.
United centre-half Eric Bailly has also been linked with a move to Sevilla, with his sights set on becoming a regular. After the summer arrivals of Rafael Varane and Lisandro Martinez, Ivory Coast have dropped significantly down the pecking order. He is one of the few defenders who are free to leave alongside the likes of Phil His Jones and Aaron Wan He-Bissaka.
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