Ronaldinho’s shareholder deal fuels Ravenna’s Serie C ambitions

Brazilian legend Ronaldinho, now 46, has been announced by Ravenna of Italy (Itália) as a new shareholder and potential player, marking his return to Italian football. The former World Cup winner will join the third‑division side, with the club hinting he could step onto the pitch later this season.

Beyond acquiring a share in the club, Ronaldinho said he may feature in an official match, although the exact occasion has not yet been set. He told reporters he is physically fit and eager to bring excitement to his teammates. “Voltar a campo e marcar gols? Se acontecer, será ainda melhor. Estou aqui para levar entusiasmo aos meus companheiros e dar um espetáculo,” he declared.

Club project and leadership

Ravenna competes in the third tier of the national league and has never reached the top division of the Italian championship. President Ignazio Cipriani explained that the partnership grew out of friendship and a shared passion for football, and that Ronaldinho’s involvement is meant to boost the project’s profile.

The club plans to place the former star on the field, a move that could raise the initiative’s visibility even though the specific match remains undefined.

Ronaldinho’s legacy and Italian links

Ronaldinho was a World Cup champion with Brasil in 2002 and earned FIFA World Player of the Year honors in 2004 and 2005. He previously played for Milan between 2008 and 2010, recalling many great moments during his time in the country and confirming he still follows the Rossoneri.

His career also includes spells at Grêmio, PSG, Barcelona, Flamengo, Atlético‑MG, Querétaro and Fluminense, underscoring a diverse résumé that now returns to the Italiano football scene. At Aos 46 anos, the Brazilian hopes to relive part of the career that made him a global icon.

Ravenna has not yet set a date for a potential debut, but officials say the occasion will be chosen in the near future, keeping fans eager for the next development.