Marcelo returns to Brazil, signs for boyhood club Fluminense

Former Real Madrid left back Marcelo signed a two-year deal with Brazil’s Fluminense on Friday.

The 34-year-old Brazilian terminated his contract with Olympiakos last week, only five months into a one-year deal. Marcelo played nine matches for the Greek club and scored three times.

“It is time to come back,” he posted on his social media channels.

Fluminense published a montage of the club’s crest adorned with the player’s shaggy hairstyle.

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He left Real Madrid last year as the club’s most decorated player. In 15 years, he won 25 trophies, including five Champions Leagues and six La Ligas.

The defender was a member of the Brazilian team at the 2014 and 2018 World Cups and is expected to play as a midfielder for Fluminense.

AP