Ronaldinho Won't Rush For Milan - Agent

Milan, who missed out on a place in next season’s Champions League after finishing only fifth in Serie A, remain determined to reach an agreement with Barca for Ronaldinho despite a protracted transfer saga.

However, the Brazilian international, who is back home in Porto Alegre this week, is in no rush to see his future resolved, according to his brother and agent Roberto de Assis.

"In his view, the best thing to do is wait for the two clubs to find an agreement freely and without pressure, there is no hurry," he said.

"Transfers for the 2008-09 season end on August 30 and preseason for teams are scheduled starting from July 19 and we are only in May now."

French newspaper L'Equipe claim that English side Manchester City are now the only other remaining serious bidder for the services of Ronaldinho.

Manchester City

Despite having previously been linked with the likes of Chelsea and Manchester United, only City owner Thaksin Shinawatra has shown a firm interest, with the former Thai Prime Minister believing that a big-name signing is required to fill the City of Manchester Stadium. Meanwhile, City are also chasing Ronaldinho’s team-mate Deco. As reported earlier, Assis has already met with one of Shinawatra's associates.

30-year-old Deco is also available this summer and City are reportedly ahead in the running to secure the signature of the Brazilian-born Portuguese playmaker, who’s career seems to have stagnated over the past twelve months, while rumours persist over another Barca star, Thierry Henry.


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