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Former Real Madrid defender Marcelo joins Olympiacos on one-year contract just a day after Leicester were linked with a shock deadline-day move for the Brazilian star

Greek club Olympiacos have signed Marcelo just a day after the Brazilian star was linked with a shock deadline-day move to Leicester City.

Reports in Greece suggested the 34-year-old had signed a one-year contract, with an option for an additional year.

The defender has spent the past 16 season playing for Real Madrid, where he accumulated the most titles in the club's history.

Greek side Olympiacos have signed former Real Madrid defender Marcelo (above)

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