Marcelo’s return to Brazilian football has been met with excitement among fans and pundits alike. The left-back’s decision to leave Olympiacos and join Fluminense F.C. came as a surprise to many, as there were expectations of him returning to his former club, Real Madrid.
Struggles in Greece
Marcelo’s brief spell in Greece with Olympiacos was rather underwhelming. He made only five league appearances, all as a substitute, and was not the first-choice left-back for either of the two coaches that he played under. Marcelo struggled to adapt to life in Greece, which affected his performance on the field.
Return to Brazil
Marcelo’s difficulties in Greece led him to prefer a return to his home country, Brazil. While there were expectations of him returning to Real Madrid, he instead opted to join Fluminense F.C. Many Brazilian clubs were interested in signing him, but Fluminense acted quickly and closed the deal with the 34-year-old left-back. It is worth noting that Marcelo started his club career in Fluminense.
On February 25, Fluminense wrote “Your place has always been here” on their twitter wall and posted this photo
Marcelo’s decision to return to Brazilian football is a significant boost for Fluminense, who have added an experienced and talented player to their squad. Marcelo had previously agreed to join Fluminense in July, but he accelerated his termination in Greece to return to the club earlier.
Marcelo’s time at Real Madrid
Marcelo’s time at Real Madrid was nothing short of legendary. He spent 16 years at the club, during which he won 22 titles, including 4 Champions League titles and 5 La Liga titles. His attacking prowess, dribbling ability, and passing range made him a standout player for the club and earned him comparisons to the legendary Brazilian left-back Roberto Carlos.
Marcelo’s international career
Marcelo has also been a key member of the Brazilian national team, having made his debut in 2006. He has played in three World Cups, helping Brazil reach the quarter-finals in 2010 and 2018. He has also won the Copa America twice with Brazil, in 2011 and 2019.
Marcelo’s experience and talent are still highly valued in the world of football, despite his recent struggles in Greece. His return to Brazilian football will undoubtedly be watched closely by fans and pundits alike, as he looks to add to his already impressive career accomplishments. With Fluminense, Marcelo will have the opportunity to redeem himself and continue playing at a high level in his home country.
