Fred has heaped praise on Manchester United teammate Alex Telles for his social work in their homeland of Brazil.

Telles has set 'Gol de Ouro Alex Telles' - 'Alex Telles Golden Goal' - which helps feed 60 to 70 children every week and provides education services.

"I believe we have a lot of influence upon others, not just children but people in general," 29-year-old Telles told MUTV.

"We try to be role models to children in our day-to-day lives. I have a social project called Gol de Ouro Alex Telles so for me helping 60 to 70 children every week is a great feeling."

He added: "Knowing that they are participating in the project and doing well at school, it's important to me that the children play football and study. The seeds we plant with these children are really important."

Fred said: "It's important, Alex has a social project in his home town. Whenever possible I look to help the children there.

Fred added: "I think this is important for the kids that come from adversity. We aim to inspire for them to reach the same place we have."