 He scored on his debut against West Bromwich Albion, and further glory came for Marcelle, when he scored in the game against Bradford City that ensured Barnsley would be playing their football in the Premier League for the 1997–98 season.Marcelle held his own in England's top flight and flourished alongside the likes of seasoned veterans such as John Hendrie, Ashley Ward and Neil Redfearn.However, despite his efforts, Marcelle suffered relegation with Barnsley, and the club were to play the 1998–99 season back in the second tier of English football.