23 Jul 2008Ronaldinho shows love for Barcelona fans

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Ronaldinho has expressed his love of Barcelona and their fans in a heartfelt letter to the supporters of his former club.

Published on the website of AC Milan, his new team, Ronaldinho expressed his gratitude to Barcelona's fans.

"I enjoyed pleasing the fans. I have felt close to the people of F.C. Barcelona which showed their affection at all times. I remain with the illusion of one day being able to say goodbye from the Camp Nou.

"At every time I felt their affection. I was very happy in Barcelona because the people always transmitted wonderful feelings," his letter read.

The new Milan signing went on to say that the sensation of playing in front of Barcelona's fans gave him strength.

The Brazilian was made available for transfer this summer by Barcelona's new manager Josep Guardiola.

After winning the Golden Ball and the Fifa World Player of the Year during his time at the club, Ronaldinho endured a season plagued with injuries and fitness problems.

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