Former Brazil star Marcelo has announced his retirement from football at the age of 36. The defender, who won 25 trophies, including five Champions Leagues, in 546 appearances during his 16-year stay with Real Madrid, has decided to call it a day after returning to first club Fluminense, who have renamed their academy stadium in his honour.

Former Real Madrid and Brazil defender Marcelo has announced his retirement at the age of 36 in a video posted to social media on Thursday.

Former Brazil and Real Madrid defender Marcelo has retired from football, the 36-year-old announced on Thursday.

La Liga giants Real Madrid have on Saturday confirmed plans to pay tribute to club legend Marcelo.This, of course, comes after the defender this week announced his decision to call time on his

His entrance coincided with Kylian Mbappé being awarded January’s Player of the Month, but all eyes quickly turned to the returning icon. Joined by his sons, Enzo and Liam, Marcelo was presented with a framed jersey signed by the current squad.