Claude Makélélé Sinda (born 18 February 1973) is a French international football player who currently plays defensive midfield for Paris Saint-Germain in the French Ligue 1 and also serves as their captain. Prior to joining Paris Saint-Germain, Makélélé played for Nantes (1992–1997), Olympique de Marseille (1997–1998), Celta Vigo (1998–2000), Real Madrid (2000–2003) and Chelsea (2003–2008). He is widely considered the premier defensive midfielder of the modern game, which is often named after him, being called the "Makélélé Role.
