Militao: “The Real Madrid shirt is the most important shirt in club football”
Brazilian defender opens up on wearing football’s biggest shirt and learning from legends
Real Madrid's Brazilian defender #03 Eder Militao greets the fans after the end of the UEFA Champions League quarter-final second leg football match between FC Bayern Munich and Real Madrid in Munich, southern Germany, on April 15, 2026. (Photo by Karl-Josef HILDENBRAND / AFP via Getty Images) | AFP via Getty Images 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.