October 1st 2024.
Arsenal, under the leadership of Mikel Arteta, is gearing up for their upcoming match against Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League on Tuesday. Arteta, who himself had a successful playing career, holds a high regard for his former teammate Ronaldinho. In fact, he believes that the Brazilian legend is the only player in history who has single-handedly transformed two top clubs, namely Barcelona and PSG.
Ronaldinho's journey began in 2001 when he joined PSG from his home country Brazil, where he had been playing for Gremio. Despite spending only two years in France, he left a lasting impact on the club and its fans. His impressive performance caught the attention of Barcelona, who beat Manchester United to secure his signature with a hefty fee of £21 million in 2003. The rest, as they say, is history.
During his time in Barcelona, Ronaldinho proved to be a game-changer for the team. He helped them win two La Liga titles and the coveted Champions League trophy in 2006. Arteta, who played alongside the Brazilian at PSG, has nothing but praise for his former teammate. He believes that Ronaldinho's impact on both clubs was unparalleled and he is the only player who has been able to achieve such a feat.
"He was a huge talent," Arteta reminisces about Ronaldinho. "He's the only player I have seen in history who could transform, by himself, two clubs. He did it in Paris, where he completely turned things around, and then he went to Barcelona during one of their worst phases and transformed them into a top team again."
Apart from his exceptional skills on the field, Ronaldinho's aura and energy also left a lasting impression on Arteta. He recalls how the Brazilian's contagious smile could instantly lift the mood of those around him. Even when sharing a room with him, Arteta had nothing but good memories to share. "He was great. So much energy, so much fun, everything was good. Never a problem. Those were great times," says Arteta.
It is evident that Arteta holds a special place in his heart for Ronaldinho, and it is not surprising given the impact the Brazilian had on both of their careers. As Arteta and his Arsenal team continue to prepare for their upcoming match, it is clear that the memories of his former teammate and the lessons he learned from him still hold a special place in his heart.
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