Ballon d'Or winners 2000-2010: Where are they now?

Ronaldinho (2005)

Then

The first step towards Barcelona’s dominance of modern football was achieved with the signing of Ronaldinho. One of the most skilled players ever to play the game, Ronaldinho’s signing in 2003 ushered in a new era of dominance for Barcelona.

A first league title in six years was a direct result of the Brazilian’s artistry. Who can forget the way he destroyed Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabeu in 2005 where even the Madridistas stood up to applaud – a gesture that is only reserved for the very best opponents. ( Maradona. Ronaldinho and Iniesta).

Thanks to his astonishing performances with Barcelona, Ronaldinho won the Ballon d’Or in 2005.

Now

After his spell at Barcelona, Ronaldinho went on to play for European giants AC Milan followed by spells in Brazilian clubs, Flamengo and Atletico Mineiro. He then went on to Mexican club Queretaro before he last played professionally at Fluminense.

Ronaldinho also played in India for the Goa 5s futsal team. Currently, the Brazilian superstar is officially back in Barcelona on a 10-year contract and is the Catalan club’s ambassador.