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Manchester United fullback Alex Telles says he wants to stay with the Red Devils in order to experience a full Old Trafford.
Telles was recently linked with a move to Inter Milan, with reports claiming the Brazil international could be used in a swap deal that would see Marcelo Brozovic head in the opposite direction.
But he told the club’s website: “So it has been really strange playing in empty stadiums and, honestly, it’s not easy.
“Obviously, a stadium full of our supporters gives you additional motivation. You’re filled with motivation when you go onto the pitch to warm up and you hear the noise of the entire stadium.
“We really miss it, we can’t wait for the stadiums to fill up again.
“It’s also good when we play away, it’s good to hear the boos and whistles as this also motivates you in a different way.
“We know that it’s part of the footballing spectacle and we hope that they’ll be back soon. I think the only thing that football is lacking right now is the fans.
“It’s everything about the noise: it’s when you score a goal or even when you don’t score but come close, and there’s that ‘almost’ sensation in the air. When you’re tired, the shouting fans drive you on and give you additional motivation. You play for yourself and the team but you also play for the fans.
“Sadly I haven’t had the chance to play in front of United fans yet, but I’ve only heard great things and I’ve looked through supporters’ videos on YouTube.
“Sometimes, when I see the videos on social media from games in a full Old Trafford it really motivates me.
“It moves me to want to play in front of a full Old Trafford crowd. I can’t wait for this to happen but we know that for this to happen people need to be conscientious today so we can be together again further down the line.
“Then, when we are finally all together, we will focus on winning together.”