Ballon D'or winner Ronaldinho is set to take the field for the first time for his new side, seeing him return to Italian football for the first time since he last played for AC Milan in 2011.
The Brazilian icon last played a domestic league match for Fluminese FC back in 2015, before announcing his official retirement from football three years later in 2018.
Ronaldinho, now aged 46, is set to make his debut for Italian Serie C side, Ravenna - he signed a contract at the club earlier this year in June but has yet to feature back on the pitch.
Ravenna are currently sitting second in Group B of the Serie C, six points off group leading Spezia - a finish at the top of the group secures automatic promotion to the Serie B.
The World Cup winner endured a decorated playing career winning near all awards at both club and international level across his 635 senior appearances - including a Copa America with Brazil in 1999, a World Cup with Brazil in 2002, a Champions League with Barcelona in the 2005-2006 campaign, a Serie A title with AC Milan in the 2010-2011 season and the highest individual honour in the game taking out the Ballon D'or in 2005.
"New colours, same smile," said Ronaldinho when signing with Ravenna.
"I cannot wait to dance with the ball and write a beautiful new story with Ignazio Cipriani and the Cipriani family.
"Football has always been joyful for me, and I'm excited to bring that spirit to Ravenna. Let the magic begin!"
No matter what level of football you are playing in Italy, there is an unrivalled passion present and a name like Ronaldinho is only going to attract even more eyes.
"Bringing Ronaldinho to Ravenna FC by Cipriani is an extraordinary moment for the club," Club president Ignazio Cipriani said.
"He was my idol growing up, and his impact on the game extends far beyond football. Beyond what he brings to the club, I hope his involvement inspires a new generation of supporters to fall in love with Ravenna FC and become part of what we're building for the future."
The icon of the game is set to debut for Ravenna on the 15th of November against Forli FC.
