The details behind Ronaldinho’s move to Italy’s third division

Brazilian legend Ronaldinho has signed with Italy’s third-division side Ravenna, and, according to Italian sources, he’ll make a brief appearance in a competitive match and become a minority shareholder in the club.

Former Milan and Barcelona star Ronaldinho has signed a contract with Serie C side Ravenna in Italy.

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The move was confirmed by the Brazilian footballer, Ravenna’s President Ignazio Cipriani and vice president Ariedo Braida. The latter had already signed Ronaldinho from Barcelona to Milan in 2008.

Sky Sport Italia and Fabrizio Romano explain the details of the deal, saying that Ronaldinho, 46, won’t technically be part of the squad or travel with the team for away matches in the 2026-27 campaign.

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – JUNE 19: Ronaldinho attends the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group C match between Brazil and Haiti at Philadelphia Stadium on June 19, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Dan Mullan/Getty Images)

Ronaldinho of AC Milan

However, the Brazilian will still be closely involved with the club and the team.

He’ll make a brief appearance in a Serie C game during the season and become a minority shareholder in the club.

In addition, Ravenna’s 2026-27 kit will feature Ronaldinho’s iconic R10 logo.

Ronaldinho will be officially unveiled at a special event in Miami on June 23 and travel to Ravenna around Augst 20 to attend the team’s unveiling.