On November 14 at just 18 years of age Marcelo signed for Real Madrid. The club president at the time was Ramón Calderón'.

Marcelo moved to Madrid from Brazilian side Fluminense and was touted as the "new Roberto Carlos"'.

The Brazilian had a discreet season in his first year in Spain but under Fabio Capello managed to win his first Liga title in 2006-2007.

Marcelo claimed the LaLiga title in 2006-2007.

Marcelo with Roberto Carlos.

In his second season under Schuster, Marcelo secured more playing time as Roberto Carlos moved to Fenerbahce.

The defender failed to claim any silverware in the 2008-2009 campaign.

Under Juande Ramos, Marcelo scored his debut goal for Madrid bagging one of the goals as part of a 0-4 win at El Molinón against Sporting Gijón. He would go onto score three goals in the 08/09 season.

Marcelo in action against Liverpool.

Marcelo and Cristiano have always maintained an excellent relationship at the club.

It was Manuel Pellegrini who started using the Brazilian as the club's established left back.

Marcelo in action for Madrid vs. Osasuna in 2010.

Marcelo managed to score five times during the 2010/11 season.

Marcelo celebrates after scoring for Madrid.

With the Madrid squad celebrating the 2011 Copa del Rey win.

Marcelo only managed 17 games in the 2012-2013 season due to injury.

(2012-2013) Real Madrid secured their 32nd league title.

Marcelo played for Madrid on 28 occasions during the 2013-2014 season, culminating with the May 2014 Champions League win in Lisbon.

Marcelo and Casillas celebrate at the Estadio da Luz after securing "La Decima"

Marcelo celebrates as Madrid parade their trophy in Lisbon.

Marcelo in LaLiga action during the 2016/17 season