OFFICIAL! Barcelona Announce Ronaldinho Son Joao Mendes
Ronaldinho son Joao Mendes have signed his contract as a new Barcelona player, MySportDab reports.
The 17 years old was earlier confirmed to be nearing a move to Barcelona which had been made official.
Joao Mendes deal see him become a new player for Barcelona who will be looking to put him into their team slowly.
The youngster could start by playing for the B team before getting his chance with the senior team.
He is eligible to play for the senior side as his age is closer to the likes of Pedri and Gavi who also made their debut much younger.
Joao Mendes will be looking to fill in the shoes of his father the Ronaldinho who made a name for himself.
According to Fabrizio Romano, the deal was announce today via social media which the youngster signed his deal.
Here Is What Was Said:
“Ronaldinho’s 17-year old son João Mendes has signed for Barcelona as expected, deal completed today.
“I’m very happy and grateful for this big opportunity — visca Barça!”, João has just posted.
Joao Mendes have a lot on his shoulder as he need to prove himself just like his father did breaking into the Barcelona team.
He also has a lot of potential which still need a lot of work as the move is to enable him get the best of training and growth.
