By the time Zinedine Zidane arrived as manager in 2016, was untouchable. He wasn't a left-back anymore; he was a left-sided playmaker. In the three-peat Champions League run (2016, 2017, 2018), Marcelo was arguably the most important tactical piece. He dropped into midfield to create overloads. He dribbled past three pressing forwards for fun. He captained the side when Sergio Ramos was absent.
He won 5 Champions Leagues. 4 Club World Cups. 3 European Super Cups. 6 La Ligas. 2 Copas del Rey. He is, by silverware, the single greatest winner in the history of Real Madrid. Marcelo