According to Globo.com, 33-year-old Brazilian left-back Alex Telles intends to stay at the Rio club. Telles stated that his intention is to remain at the club. It is expected that the matter of his contract renewal will only be addressed in the coming months, after a new investor arrives and a complete internal transition is finished. In the 2025/2026 Campeonato Brasileiro Série A season, Telles has made 15 appearances, scored 2 goals, and provided 2 assists. The 12-cap Brazil international's contract expires on 31/12/2026. His current market value is €2.80m, according to Transfermarkt. He has also been linked with Porto.