Brazilian legend Ronaldinho Gaucho is reportedly close to making a sensational return to football a year after announcing his retirement.
According to a sportBIBLE report citing sources in Malta, Maltese Premier League side Birkirkara FC are keen on signing Ronaldinho.
Birkirkara's Technical Director Michael Valenzia is understood to have confirmed confirmed that talks over a potential deal are ongoing.
"I can confirm that there exists the possibility that Birkirkara FC could sign Ronaldinho," he was quoted saying.
"There is nothing yet concluded but talks are ongoing and one has to be patient and see how things evolve," he submitted.
Ronaldinho is widely acclaimed as one of the greatest footballers of all time, having won important trophies with both club and country during his active playing years.
The 39-year-old twice won the FIFA Player of Year award, and the prestigious Ballon d’Or in 2005.
He is known for known for his dribbling and finishing prowess, that saw him ply his trade with top European clubs including Paris Saint Germain, Barcelona, and AC Milan.
At international level, he was a key player in Brazil’s World Cup triumph in 2002 when they stunned Germany 2-0 in the finals to lift the trophy.
Source: Tuko.co.ke
