Marcelo Hermes

Marcelo Hermes (born 1 February 1995) is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a left back for Criciúma.

Career

Early career Born in Sarandi, Rio Grande do Sul, Hermes started his career at a football academy in Nova Boa Vista. Shortly after, he played futsal at SERCESA of Carazinho with whom he won a state title. In 2008, Hermes joined Figueirense where he stayed one season. In 2009, he had a very quick visit to Porto Alegre side Internacional, before joining city rivals Grêmio. There he played in youth ranks until 2014.

Grêmio At the end of 2014, Hermes was brought to Grêmio's first-team by Luiz Felipe Scolari. However, Hermes did not play any match and was only on the bench against Flamengo in Série A. It was only in 2015, after being registered in Campeonato Gaúcho, that he got his first opportunity to play. On 31 January, Hermes debuted professionally in a 3–0 home win over União Frederiquense in the league's first round.

Benfica On 4 January 2017, Hermes signed for Portuguese champions Benfica until 2021.

Cruzeiro In January 2019, after on year on loan with Cruzeiro from Benfica, he signed a two-year contract with Cruzeiro and joined Goiás on one year loan.

Marítimo In August 2020, Hermes signed a two-year contract with Marítimo.

Honours Benfica Primeira Liga: 2016–17

Cruzeiro Campeonato Mineiro: 2018 Copa do Brasil: 2018

Criciúma Campeonato Catarinense: 2023 Recopa Catarinense: 2024