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22.07.2008 19:07

Ronaldinho grateful

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In an open letter printed on his new club AC Milan’s website, Ronaldinho has shown his gratitude for all the affection he received at FC Barcelona, where his life went through "an exceptional stage ".

In the first paragraph of the letter, the player says: "First, I would like to thank the Barça fans. I always felt they cared. I was very happy in Barcelona because the people transmit such excellent sensations. I felt I was accompanied all the way and that gave me strength at all times. I enjoyed playing football at Barça and I enjoyed helping all the fans to enjoy themselves. I felt close to the people at FC Barcelona who always showed me their affection. I just hope one day I will be able to properly say good bye to the Camp Nou."

Sharing emotions

He goes on to say that: "I am leaving a great club, but always with the sorrow you feel for leaving a place where you have felt happy, where we have shared triumphs, but most of all, emotions. We Brazilians also play football to make other people happy. That was one of my objectives and I can feel satisfied for having achieved it."

Words of thanks

Later the Brazilian star comments on his concept of football being a form of personal and collective satisfaction, and also thanks his team mates for all the support they gave him in his five years with the club, as well as all of the coaching and auxiliary staff.

Ronaldinho concludes with the words: "I will remember the best moments of an exceptional stage of my life. They were many, many of them. I was happy in Barcelona and with Barcelona. Such affection will always have a place in my heart."

Click here to read Ronaldinho's complete letter.