Ron for Rio

Brazilian side Flamengo have confirmed the signing of World Cup winner Ronaldinho from AC Milan.

The 30-year-old had also been linked with Brazilian sides Gremio and Palmeiras as well as Barclays Premier League club Blackburn but he ultimately chose to sign for the Rio de Janeiro-based side.

Ronaldinho, who also played for Paris St Germain and Barcelona in Europe before returning to his native South America, has signed for Flamengo until 2014.