Ronaldinho Says 'Let the Magic Begin' After Signing with Italian Serie C Club Ravenna at Age 46
Ronaldinho, 46, said he wants to help the Serie C club build support and inspire a new generation of fans.
- On Tuesday, Brazilian football legend Ronaldinho signed with Italian club Ravenna at age 46, marking his return to Italy more than a decade after retiring. The announcement occurred at a media event in Miami.
- Ronaldinho previously featured for Milan from 2008-11, making this his second Italian stint. The former Brazilian star won the World Cup with Brazil in 2002 and the Ballon in 2005, last playing professionally for Fluminense.
- "I cannot wait to dance with the ball," Ronaldinho said, expressing excitement to bring joy to Ravenna. Ravenna President Ignazio Cipriani called the player his childhood idol and hopes his involvement inspires new supporters.
- Creative director Giorgio Mallone presented Ravenna's new kit during the Miami event, demonstrating the club's strategy. Ignazio Cipriani of the Cipriani restaurant brand operates the Italian club.
- The arrival of the Brazilian star positions Ravenna for increased visibility in Italian football. By leveraging his global profile, the club aims to inspire a new generation of supporters across the sport.
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Partnership with Ravenna brings together friends with the club owner, marketing strategy and the objective of expanding the international projection of the Italian team
▶️ 8 years after his retirement, Ronaldinho is putting his boots back on in the 3rd Italian division. A highly publicized comeback, but also marketing: he wants to launch his brand “R10" in the manner of Michael Jordan in the NBA. It is no coincidence that Ronaldinho chose FC Ravenna. Since 2024, the club has been managed by Ignazio Cipriani, a luxury hotel entrepreneur and above all a close friend of the player. According to several sources, th…
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