Andrea Innocenti Ronaldinho, the legendary Brazilian footballer, could make a sensational return to the pitch wearing the shirt of Ravennateam of Serie CThe vice-president confirmed the interest of the Romagna club Ariedo Braidawho spoke of an operation already underway and of a possible big move for the company.
The Brazilian phenomenon, now 46, retired from football in 2015, but his name continues to inspire fans around the world.
A possible return to the field would represent a media event of great impact, especially due to his age and the symbolic value of his career, which saw him triumph with BarcelonaMilan and the Brazilian national team.
Braida's statements and the details of the operation
“Ronaldinho is a magical player and will be signed. It's a great signing.
Will he play at 46? It depends, but let's say he will be signed," Braida told the agency. LaPresse.
The deal appears to be entering its decisive phase, with the signing likely to become official soon. Contacts between Ronaldinho and Ravenna are not recent: last December, the former Barcelona star was photographed wearing the Ravenna club's scarf, fueling initial rumors of a possible connection.
The presentation of the project between New York and Miami
Further details on the operation could arrive in the next few hours. Ronaldinho is expected at 22pm local time in New York for a press conference with the Colombian singer blessed.
On June 23rd, the project will be illustrated to MiamiAccording to initial information, this isn't just a marketing initiative, but a more structured operation that could also involve Ravenna.
The denials and open questions
However, not everyone agrees on Ronaldinho's return to the pitch. Ravenna vice president Ariedo Braida dampened the enthusiasm surrounding president Cipriani's announcement regarding Ronaldinho's signing for the upcoming Serie C season.
"Ronaldinho will be doing a marketing event with us, but he won't be playing for Ravenna in Serie C next season. He's 46, so I wish he were still fit to play," Braida told Nicolò Schira.
A statement that contradicts what Cipriani and the (former?) Brazilian player himself have said. The question everyone is asking is: will Ronaldinho actually play for Ravenna?
For now, there's no certainty. Braida hasn't closed the door, simply saying that "it's not out of the question." More than a technical move, the move seems to have strong media and image value. But the thought of seeing Ronaldinho in Serie C for even a few minutes is enough to turn the news into an event.
The Brazilian retired from football years ago, after an extraordinary career. A Ballon d'Or winner in 2005 and a World Cup winner with Brazil in 2002, Ronaldinho was one of the most beloved players of recent decades, a symbol of creativity, skill, and spectacle.
For Ravenna, this is a move capable of raising visibility far beyond the confines of Serie C. The Romagna club, coming off a strong season, aims to strengthen its project also in terms of image.
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