Overview
- Ravenna announced Ronaldinho as a member of its playing squad at a Miami event on June 23 where he was presented in club kit and photographed with his 2005 Ballon d’Or.
- The player said on the club site that he is eager to "dance with the ball again," confirming a playing role after more than a decade away from professional club football.
- The Miami unveiling included new Ravenna shirts already on sale bearing Ronaldinho’s name and number and the club reported a four-year kit partnership with Nike.
- Owner Ignazio Cipriani framed the signing as part of his plan to grow Ravenna and aim for Serie A, but the club has not specified if or how many competitive minutes Ronaldinho will play.
- Ronaldinho last played for Fluminense in 2015, and his global fame is expected to boost Ravenna’s publicity, ticket and merchandise interest while inspiring local players and supporters.