Former Real Madrid star player Marcelo is out of contract at Fluminense after he engaged his coach Mano Menezes in a pitch side argument.
“Fluminense FC and Marcelo Vieira announce the mutual termination of his contract,” the club’s statement confirmed via Goal.
“Having trained in Fluminense’s youth academy, Marcelo returned to the club in 2023, contributing to our titles in the 2023 Campeonato Carioca, our historic first Copa Libertadores, and the 2024 Recopa.
Despite his departure, the emotional and institutional bonds between Marcelo and Fluminense remain strong. Recently, his name was also immortalised at the Xerém training ground, further cementing his legacy with the club.” centre.
Marcelo joined his hometown club Fluminense, in a storybook comeback after a short stint with Olympiacos in Greece. He had a long 15 years with Real Madrid where he won six La Liga titles and five Champions League trophies.
