Éder Militão has offered a revealing look into his journey at Real Madrid in a recent interview with GQ Magazine, touching on everything from the weight of the badge to the influence of Sergio Ramos and the culture inside the dressing room.
For Militão, wearing the Real Madrid shirt is not just a professional milestone—it’s the pinnacle of club football. “The Real Madrid shirt is the most important shirt in club football,” he said. “Above all, it represents the joy of knowing I play for the biggest
club in the world.”
Militão placed both Real Madrid and Brazil in a category of their own, describing them as “the two most prestigious shirts in the history of football.”
A key figure in shaping his development has been Sergio Ramos. Militão spoke with admiration about the former captain, highlighting his technical ability, physical dominance, and leadership. “That guy is on another level,” he said. “When I saw him in training, I told myself I had to reach that level.” Ramos wasn’t just a teammate—he was a benchmark. Watching him up close helped Militão better understand what it truly means to embody Real Madrid’s standards, both on and off the pitch.
Adjusting to life at Madrid, however, wasn’t something Militão had to do alone. He credited several Brazilian teammates—Casemiro, Marcelo, and Vinícius Jr.—for helping him settle into the club. Their presence eased the transition and reinforced a dressing room culture built on both camaraderie and accountability. “If everything is going well, there’s a lot of joking, a lot of joy,” he explained. “But there are also very serious moments, because at the end of the day, this is the biggest club in the world and we have to keep it that way.”
That balance between lightness and intensity has been central to Madrid’s success in recent years—success that Militão has directly contributed to. He pointed to the club’s Champions League triumphs as the defining achievements of his career so far, with the 2022 title standing out as particularly meaningful. It was his first, and it cemented his place within one of the most iconic squads in the club’s history.
Underlying all of Militão’s reflections is a strong emphasis on collective responsibility. “Football is a team sport,” he said. “You’re not alone, but you always have to give your all.”
