Gustavo Telles

Gustavo Lopes Telles (born 28 April 2005) is a Brazilian footballer who currently plays as a midfielder for Ponte Preta.

Career Early career Born in Coronel Fabriciano in the Brazilian state of Minas Gerais, Telles began his career in the academies of Atlético Goianiense and Bahia before joining Ipatinga in 2023. He was loaned to Rondoniense for the first half of 2024, helping the team compete in the Copinha. Having scored in a 1–0 friendly win against Bayern's under-19 side at the end of the programme, he was invited back the following year, alongside compatriot Maycon Cardozo. his appearances in the Copinha caught the attention of manager Alberto Valentim, and he was promoted to the first team at the conclusion of the youth competition.

He made his professional debut on 5 February 2025, coming on as a substitute for Lucas Cândido in a 2–1 win against Noroeste. Following the game, he celebrated by embracing his father through the fence at Estádio Alfredo de Castilho, a gesture which garnered national attention.

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