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Marcelo (Real Madrid) - Left-back: £42 million

Real Madrid v FC Barcelona - Supercopa de Espana: 2nd Leg — Marcelo has been an integral part of Real Madrid's success in the last few seasons

Probably the best left-back in world football at the moment, Marcelo was simply brilliant in Real Madrid’s La Liga and Champions League winning campaign last season. One of the unsung heroes in this Madrid squad, Marcelo’s contribution and importance to Los Blancos cannot be underestimated.

Bombing up and down the flanks with limitless energy, the Brazilian often formed a potent partnership with Cristiano Ronaldo and scored and assisted some crucial goals during this season.

Capable of producing moments of magic, the Brazilian recently extended his contract until 2022. Full of energy, desire, determination and skill, the 29-year-old has been extremely consistent for Los Blancos and is undoubtedly one of their best players at the moment.

Marcelo and Ronaldo will be hoping to recreate their deadly partnership this season.

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