5 Brazilians who were brilliant in the 2017/18 season

#4 Marcelo

The left-back has been brilliant this season

When it comes to recognizing the elite defenders in Europe for the 2017/2018 campaign, Real Madrid superstar, Marcelo cannot be overlooked. The Brazilian had a brilliant season, playing an important role as the Los Blanco edge closer to another glorious European campaign.

The defender was an influential figure at the Santiago Bernabeu, contributing massively as the Spanish giants reached a third consecutive Champions League final. Marcelo was really impressive during the season, especially in the big games. He scored against the likes of Paris Saint Germain, Juventus and Bayern Munich on his way to the final of the European tournament.

The superstar has 3 goals and 2 assists to his name in the Champions League as well as 2 goals and 6 assists in La Liga. He also completed 4 blocks, 69 tackles, and 42 interceptions for the Los Blancos in all competitions last term.

Brazil will be hoping that he doesn't get injured in the Champions League final as his presence will be highly needed in the World Cup in June.

All stats via whoscored.com