Real Madrid icon Marcelo has lifted the lid on his early days at the Bernabeu, detailing the extraordinary welcome he received from his predecessor Roberto Carlos. Despite arriving in the Spanish capital with the explicit purpose of replacing the veteran defender, Marcelo found a mentor rather than a rival in his fellow countryman.
Former France international Vikash Dhorasoo has issued a rallying cry to Indian football, insisting that his own decorated career serves as evidence that players of Indian descent can reach the very top of the game. The former midfielder, who reached the World Cup final with Les Bleus, believes the nation's current standing does not reflect its massive potential.
Endrick is reportedly weighing up a January exit from Real Madrid after struggling for playing time under Jose Mourinho. The Brazilian starlet was persuaded to stay at the Bernabeu following talks with the manager in the summer, but a lack of minutes has reopened the door to a loan move away. Serie A giants Roma and AC Milan are among the top European clubs closely monitoring the forward's situation.
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