Rio De Janeiro, Nov. 3 (UNI) Former Real Madrid left-back Marcelo has parted ways with Fluminense by mutual consent, the Brazilian Serie A club said on Saturday.
The 36-year-old, who was seen arguing with Fluminense manager Mano Menezes during the team’s 2-2 home draw with Gremio on Friday, had been tied to the Rio de Janeiro club until December 31.
“The institutional and emotional ties between Fluminense and Marcelo continue to be maintained,” Fluminense said in brief statement. “Fluminense thanks Marcelo and will continue, as always, to wish him success in all of his endeavors.”
Marcelo began his professional career with Fluminense in 2005 before earning a move to Real Madrid in January 2007.
He spent more than 15 years at the Spanish club – where his accolades included five Champions League trophies – before having a brief spell at Olympiacos in late 2022.
In February 2023, the defender returned to Fluminense, helping the club to its first Copa Libertadores title as well as the 2024 Recopa Sudamericana crown.
Marcelo, who has been capped 58 times for Brazil, made 67 appearances across all competitions for Fluminense in his second spell at the club and scored five goals.
