"He's at his peak", Makélélé wants this PSG player at Real Madrid

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·27 October 2025

"He's at his peak", Makélélé wants this PSG player at Real Madrid

Claude Makélélé, former midfielder of the French National Team (71 caps), Real Madrid (2000-2003), Chelsea (2003-2008), and Paris Saint-Germain (2008-2011) among others, answered questions from Trivela. He was asked to name the player he would add to Real Madrid and chose Marquinhos, the 31-year-old central defender and captain of PSG.

Makélélé "he's my dream player"

"My dream signing for Real Madrid? I've always wanted to see Marquinhos at Real. He is at the peak of his career, his patience, his work, his passion... he's my dream player for this Real Madrid, plus he knows Kylian Mbappé well. I see very few defenders capable of playing one-on-one, and he does it with ease. Of course, he currently plays for the best team in the world, PSG. Paris will never let him go."

Marquinhos can appreciate such flattering remarks coming from a football legend. The Brazilian has long been criticized by "specialists" and fans, being made a scapegoat when PSG didn't win. But it has been clear that once in a true team and surrounded by a stronger defense, the captain can shine at the highest level.

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He could be a great signing for Real Madrid, as well as other top clubs. However, as Makélélé points out, Marquinhos is well established at PSG. He is attached to the club and remains a reliable asset, with more to achieve.

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