Former Real Madrid full-back, Marcelo Vieira recently revisited his ex-club, continuing his leisurely break from the game.
Marcelo’s journey with Los Blancos began when he arrived in 2007 as a relatively unknown teenager from Fluminense, swiftly stepping into the shoes of Brazilian left-back legend, Roberto Carlos, despite struggling in his early days.
Surpassing expectations, Marcelo became Real Madrid’s most decorated player, boasting an unparalleled collection of 25 trophies, a feat unmatched even by iconic figures like Alfredo Di Stefano, Raul Gonzalez, Sergio Ramos, and Cristiano Ronaldo during their tenures, per Forbes.
Following a remarkable 15-year stint in the Spanish capital, the 35-year-old embarked on a brief spell at Greek club, Olympiacos before experiencing a fairy-tale return to his childhood team, Fluminense.
His return saw the Rio de Janeiro-based club clinch their inaugural Copa Libertadores victory last year, triumphing over Boca Juniors in a final that oscillated between chaos and drama, as cited by ESPN.
Marcelo returns to Real Madrid
Before gearing up for competitive action, the veteran defender made a nostalgic visit to Real Madrid.
A video shared on the club’s official social media channels, seen by Sports Brief, captured heartwarming moments as the Brazilian international reunited with his former teammates.
Marcelo shared warm embraces and engaging conversations with familiar faces like captain Nacho Fernandes, rising star Jude Bellingham, Luka Modric, and several others.