Who saw this coming? Ronaldinho signs for Italian third-tier club!
One of football’s most iconic entertainers is preparing for an unexpected comeback.At 46 years old, Ronaldinho has decided to lace up his boots once again after agreeing to join Italian Serie C side Ravenna. The Brazilian great has been away from professional football for more than a decade, having last played for Fluminense before leaving the club in September 2015.Ronaldinho has signed for Serie C side Ravenna, more than a decade after retiring 🤯 pic.twitter.com/C9SkZAfrkt— ESPN UK (@ESPNUK) June 24, 2026 The surprise move became official on Wednesday, with Ronaldinho expressing his excitement about returning to the game.”New colours, same smile,” said Ronaldinho. ”I cannot wait to dance with the ball and write a beautiful new story with [Ravenna owner] Ignazio Cipriani and the Cipriani family. Football has always been joyful for me, and I’m excited to bring that spirit to Ravenna. Let the magic begin!”Widely regarded as one of the most gifted players football has ever seen, Ronaldin..