Manchester United full-back Alex Telles has credited team-mate, and fellow compatriot, Fred, after the midfielder's fine performances both domestically and in European competitions over the past few weeks.
The 28-year-old ensured new interim boss Ralf Rangnick started his Reds tenure in perfect fashion this weekend, as his curling effort against the Eagles settled the tie with 12 minutes to spare.
Fred's tenacious hustling and bustling the previous week in southern Spain also received plaudits from many, with the former Shakhtar Donetsk man influential again in both Reds goals as they ensured Champions League qualification in a 2-0 win over the Yellow Submarine.
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