Endrick can excel at Milan or Roma, says Ronaldinho, who hails Ancelotti

Ronaldinho believes Endrick has the ability to succeed at any club in the world and says the Brazil forward would be a strong addition to either Milan or Roma if he moves during the January transfer window.

The 20-year-old has been linked with a possible departure from Real Madrid after struggling for regular first-team opportunities this season. He has made seven appearances in all competitions, scoring once, with that goal coming against Roma.

Speaking to Italian newspaper La Gazzetta dello Sport, Ronaldinho said Endrick’s age and previous experience meant he was well placed to make an impact in Serie A.

“Of course, he can play anywhere in the world,” said the former Barcelona and Milan forward. “He has played in several leagues and performed well in France, Brazil and Spain. He is still very young and has the ability to succeed.”

Ronaldinho is also preparing to return to competitive football, more than 10 years after his last official appearance.

The former Brazil international has joined Italian third-tier club Ravenna and is expected to feature against Forli in a local derby. He arrived in Italy on Friday and took part in his first training session with his new team-mates ahead of the match.

He is expected to play for at least 30 minutes.

The appearance forms part of a wider commercial partnership with Ravenna president Ignazio Cipriani, but will also mark a significant return to official competition for Ronaldinho. His last competitive match was in 2015.

Ronaldinho’s confidence in Ancelotti

Ronaldinho also offered strong support for Carlo Ancelotti, the current Brazil manager, and backed the Italian to achieve major success with the national team.

“He is the best coach in the world, and I am confident he will achieve great things,” Ronaldinho said.

Ancelotti took charge of Brazil in May 2025 and led the team at last summer’s World Cup. Brazil were eliminated in the last 16 after losing to Norway, meaning the Selecao failed to reach the quarter-finals for the first time since 1990.

The Italian manager’s contract with Brazil runs until 2030, which means he is expected to remain in charge for the next edition of the World Cup.