After the departure of Italian legend Alessandro Del Piero, the A-League has fallen behind the likes of the MLS and the Asian Leagues when it comes to star international players.
However, one player looks finally set to bring global attention back to the game in Australia.
His name is, of course, Ronaldinho.
The former world footballer of the year has been linked with a move to Australia on several occasions, but thanks to a rather unlikely bidder this transfer finally looks a legitimate possibility.
It remains to be seen which A-League club tickles the Brazilian’s fancy, but for the time being he is reportedly set to feature for the Wollongong Wolves in their FFA Cup clash against Sydney FC on August 10.
Ronaldinho has won almost everything there is to win as a footballer, both in regards to team honours and individual accolades, but apparently the former World Cup and Champions League winner wants to add an FFA Cup, A-League trophy or a perhaps a Johnny Warren Medal to his list of honours.
His agent, who is also his brother, has already received an offer from the Wolves, who are undoubtedly undertaking this audacious transfer in an attempt to further prove to the FFA that they are worthy of a spot in the A-League.
Wollongong have long desired a return to Australia’s top-flight competition, and signing Ronaldinho – even for a guest stint – would surely aid their attempt.
Ronaldinho gracing pitches Down Under would potentially be the greatest thing to ever happen to Australian football, as few active players can rival the Brazilian’s resume.
There is one significant obstacle impeding this deal from being finalised: his wage demands, which have up until now proven too expensive for any Aussie football club.
Be it a one-off FFA Cup appearance or a season-long stint in the A-League, it would be a pleasure to see Ronaldinho dazzle the Australian public with his skills and that ever-present smile.
And what a way this would be for Wollongong to announce themselves to the world of professional football!
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