Marcelo: Real Madrid’s Most Decorated Player Reunites With Old Teammates in Heart Warming Video

• Real Madrid legend Marcelo Vieira has returned to his old stomping grounds
• The veteran defender revisited the Spanish club as he enjoyed his downtime
• He remains the most successful Real Madrid player, with 25 trophies in total

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.

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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.

Although his team fell short in their pursuit of the FIFA Club World Cup title and his personal fifth, succumbing to a dominant Manchester City in a one-sided final with a 4-0 defeat, Marcelo appears to have moved past the setback, relishing the festive season as he prepares for the upcoming Brazilian season.

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.

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When La Liga celebrated Marcelo

Sports Brief also previously reported that Marcelo took centre stage when La Liga reminisced about Real Madrid's signing of the defender from Brazilian club, Fluminense, in 2006.

The Spanish football league shared a photo collage highlighting the presentation of the Brazilian legend, showcasing his initial moments with the club as fans reacted in big numbers.