Back in July, former Selecao superstar Ronaldinho signed for Fluminense, leaving Mexican side Queretaro to return back home with the hopes of winning the Brazilian league, one of the few titles that have evaded his illusive cabinet of silverware.
However, the transfer which the 35-year-old hoped would turn out to be a dream move has now turned into a nightmare, with the club terminating his contract after only three months at the Maracana Stadium.
The two-time Fifa World Player of the Year recipient, who during his heydays was the star player of Barcelona, who are in action in the Champions League this Tuesday, featured in only nine games for Fluzão, registering 0 goals and 0 assists along the way.
According to the club, the deal between Fluminense and the player was canceled “in mutual agreement” between both parties, with the Brazilian side releasing an official statement on their website in which they wished the player good luck in his future endeavors.
“Fluminense hereby announces the breaking of the contract with Ronaldinho Gaucho amicably and in mutual agreement between the two parties.
From the first contact with club officials, the athlete and his representative addressed the club with professionalism and respect. The same positive attitude was demonstrated in training with the club.
Fluminense and Ronaldinho hope to maintain ties and plan to work on other projects in the future.
It should be noted that signing Ronaldinho successfully brought expectations regarding the marketing return, increasing income with box office sales of shirts and number of partners.
Ronaldinho also showed Fluminense are able to arouse the interest of the greatest players in world football.
Fluminense thanks Ronaldinho and wishes him luck for the future.”
Has it reached the time for Ronaldinho to call it quits on his glorious football career?
- Translations via 101 Great Goals
