Milan's Ancelotti still hopes to persuade Ronaldinho to snub Manchester City

My Account
Logout

Create an Evening Standard Account

Use your social network

Save time by using your existing account to sign in to Evening Standard

We'll never share your information or post anything to your account without your permission

Welcome! Sign in here

Use your social network

Save time by using your existing account to sign in to Evening Standard

We'll never share your information or post anything to your account without your permission

Forgot your password ?

Registration

* indicates fields that are mandatory

Email *

Password *

Confirm Password *

First name *

Surname *

Postcode *

Country *

Mobile phone number

Username *

Gender *

Year of birth *

When you sign up...

You will have access to all our online competitions, discounted offers and can post comments on our site.

You will also receive The Weekender newsletter sent every Thursday - it’s full of fantastic offers and ideas for the weekend. You can update your email preferences in your account page when you log in.

Other newsletters and emails

Homes & Property Newsletter - Yes I want to receive the weekly email with all the latest news on property in the capital

Occasionally we would also like to send you relevant emails detailing specific offers either from ourselves or carefully selected partners. If you would prefer not to receive these then please tick the appropriate boxes below. We will never pass on your details.

I do not want to receive additional offers and information from the Evening Standard

I do not want to receive additional offers and information sent by Evening Standard on behalf of carefully selected partners

Terms and Conditions

* I have read, understood and agree to be bound by the terms and conditions of Evening Standard

Registration

Mail Sent for Registration Confirmation.

A confirmation email has been sent. Please activate your account by clicking on the activation link sent in your mail box.

Barca president Joan Laporta revealed this week the Catalans were evaluating two 'interesting' offers for the 28-year-old Brazilian - one from City and the other believed to be from Milan.

Laporta suggested Ronaldinho was leaning toward City but Ancelotti said: 'The important thing is to have champions and Ronaldinho without a doubt is one of
them.'

Ronaldinho

The arrival of Ronaldinho would be a big boost for Milan, who have failed to make a major signing so far this summer.

The Rossoneri are aiming to bounce back from a disappointing campaign which saw
them finish fifth in the Serie A standings and fail to qualify for the Champions League.

Milan will compete in the less glamorous UEFA Cup next season.

Ancelotti admitted: 'To be out of the Champions League is a hard blow so we will do everything to return to the competition as soon as possible.

'Quality is our trademark and it will continue to be whether Ronaldinho arrives or not.

'Our aim is as usual to win while providing a good show. This is Milan.'