Sergio Ramos reveals which Brazilian star he considers a genius
The defender did not sit on the fence.
Sergio Ramos, the renowned Spanish defender who recently signed for Sevilla following his contract with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) , shared his opinion on the best Brazilian player he has ever had the opportunity to see in action.
Sergio Ramos made history at Real Madrid
In his first spell at the Bernabéu, Ramos was responsible for scoring the goal that kept Real alive in the 2013/14 Champions League final against Atlético de Madrid . At the time, the Merengues were losing 1-0 until stoppage time of the final stage, when the defender left everything the same. In extra time, Los Blancos won 4-1 and took the cup.
Sergio Ramos reveals who is the most magical player he has ever seen
During his career, Ramos faced some of Brazilian football’s greatest talents, including Ronaldinho Gaúcho, Lionel Messi and Neymar. However, when asked about the most impressive Brazilian player he has ever seen, Ramos had no hesitation in naming the legendary Ronaldinho Gaúcho .
In a video produced by PSG in 2021, Ramos described Ronaldinho as the “most magical” player he had ever seen in his life. This is a remarkable tribute and recognition of the legacy of one of the icons of Brazilian football, whose talent and skill on the ball enchanted fans and opponents around the world.
“I believe he was the most magical player I have seen in the history of football. I saw him do things that I haven’t seen any other player do in my life. For me, he was a different player. A wizard for everything he did. A genius”.
“I think we were all marked by Ronaldinho’s football. The dribbling, the speed, the goals, everything. I believe he was a unique player. The only shame is that he didn’t stay for more years at the very high level he showed us”
Despite facing countless talented players throughout his career, Ronaldinho Gaúcho’s magic and creativity clearly left an indelible mark on Sergio Ramos’ mind as one of the most memorable experiences of his football career.
Ramos’ opinion on Ronaldinho adds a new accolade to the already illustrious career of the Brazilian player, who continues to be revered as one of the greatest talents in the history of the sport. Ronaldinho, with his unique style and captivating charisma, has left a lasting mark on the world of football that transcends generations and borders.
