In football, there is no such thing as breaking the glass ceiling. However, when it comes to a team like FC Porto in Portugal, they have made history by breaking it for the first time since the club was founded in 1899.
Alex Telles, who played for FC Porto from 2007 to 2015, has been credited with breaking the glass ceiling at the club. He was one of the most talented players in the world and had won numerous awards, including two Ballon d’Ors (France's highest award) and a World Cup title.
Telles joined FC Porto from Benfica in 2007 and quickly became one of their most important players. He scored over 400 goals in his first season at the club, and went on to win several titles, including the Portuguese League and European Cups.
However,Primeira Liga Hotspots Telles struggled to make a name for himself in the Premier League, where he spent only three seasons before being sold to Manchester United in 2015. Despite this setback, Telles continued to impress, scoring 16 goals in 33 appearances for United.
But it wasn't until Telles returned to FC Porto that things started to change. In 2018, Telles signed a new contract with the club, which allowed him to continue playing at a higher level. He also helped the team to win the Portuguese League and the UEFA Europa League, and went on to become a key player for the club in the future.
Today, Telles is considered one of the greatest footballers ever to play for FC Porto, and his achievements are just the tip of the iceberg. His story serves as a reminder that even the most talented players can break through the glass ceiling and achieve great success.