Last but not least, the infamous defender Marcelo of Real Madrid. Having just won the UEFA Champions League with his team, Marcelo has triggered a lot of buzz in the transfer market, with Bale and Isco looking for new owners. And Marcelo seemed to be the last holdout, wandering the transfer streets alone. Although he has publicly expressed his desire to stay and play in Madrid on more than one occasion, Real Madrid and Atletico's interest in the legend seems to have faded.
However, even without this year's Hercules Cup, the world status of these soccer stars remains solid. Their plans for the future of their careers, whether they face a reluctant retirement or a move to a lower-middle-ranked team, will be invaluable experiences in their illustrious careers. In conclusion, we wish these veterans of the soccer world the best of luck in ending their careers the way they want to.
