In a football country like Brazil, it is a candidacy that cannot go unnoticed: Ronaldo has announced his desire to become president of the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF). A very influential body within the South American country, which is currently going through a delicate period on a sporting and administrative level.
A true legend of the Seleçao, the one nicknamed R9 relies on a very elaborate program to try to revive Brazilian football. And the 2022 world champion intends to devote himself completely to this mission since he will be ready to let go of the modest Spanish club Valladolid, of which he is in charge.
Ronaldo, the shattering announcement
In an interview with Brazilian media Globo Esporte, Ronaldo detailed his candidacy. “We are negotiating a possible sale very soon and we should close the deal. This will not be an obstacle to my candidacy”he said, while the mandate of the current president, Ednaldo Rodrigues, ends in 2026.
The most successful nation in the World Cup with its 5 stars, Brazil has just experienced two very disappointing calendar years. A downgrade that Ronaldo does not accept. “Listening to former players will be important in my management plan, to bring back the legends of Brazilian football to the rank of protagonists. My goal is to make CBF the most appreciated company in Brazil. I have hundreds of motivations, but the biggest is to bring Brazilian football back with respect to the world level. »
It remains to be seen what spring the double Ballon d’Or will activate to succeed in his bet, while the name of Pep Guardiola has been circulating for several weeks for the Auriverde. In the meantime, Ronaldo is enjoying his popularity in the country. “What happens to me the most in the street are people who stop and ask me to return to the game, because the situation of the Seleção is not the best at the moment, both on and off the field “. A scene that will continue to happen if Brazil does not restore its image.
