Former Brazilian football legend Ronaldinho is back again in the stage 11 years after he hanged boots. He has signed for the Italian third-division club, Ravenna, the player announced yesterday.
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Ronaldinho, 46, won World Cup in 2002 and received Ballon d’Or in 2005 before resigning from playing in September 2015.
“I’m very pleased to be here with friends; we have a team capable of achieving something significant”, the forward told reporters during his presentation in Ravenna.
After many years outside the pitch, the Brazilian still touted his “good shape” and expressed his readiness to compete with youngsters.
“Will you see me play? I cannot say; only the coach has that knowledge. Returning to Italy is fantastic; I’m here to assist my teammates in securing victories.
“As you can see, I’m in good shape, I feel well… If I could net my 300th goal, that would be even more remarkable,” he continued.