Kaka says no to ‘Dinho
Kaka insists that Milan will fail in their bid to sign Barcelona ace Ronaldinho – but he’s hopeful that Andriy Shevchenko could return.
The Blaugrana star has been heavily paired with the Rossoneri over the past few months, while the Ukrainian may be assessing his future after his struggles at Chelsea over the last year.
“I think Milan have moved further away from Ronaldinho if compared to three months ago,†said Kaka in an interview to La Gazzetta dello Sport.
“I don’t think he will move here as he seems set to stay at Barcelona,†added the South American.
“As to Sheva, I really hope he comes back. I speak to him often, but unfortunately there are rules in football so you can’t just turn around and leave.
“I am sure he would already be here if the decision was only up to him, but it seems there might be some problems.
“[Barcelona’s] Samuel Eto’o is an alternative as he is a great player, but Sheva would have no difficulty in adapting immediately as he knows everyone here.â€
Kaka is one of the leading contenders to win this year’s Golden Ball and he admits he didn’t expect to be in the running so soon into his career.
“I was there in 2002 when Ronaldo lifted the trophy during the celebrations for Real Madrid’s centenary. It was an incredible emotion,†explained the 25-year-old.
“I would have never imagined that I would compete for the Golden Ball at my age.
“I haven’t won it yet, but it is flattering to hear that so many important players are suggesting that I should be the winner,†continued the Champions League top scorer.
“My first objective is the Intercontinental Cup. I am aware that the Champions League is more prestigious, but the Intercontinental Cup is especially fascinating for a Brazilian.
“With regards to next season, we will compete with Inter for the Scudetto. This time there will be no point deductions to ruin the championship.â€
Boss Carlo Ancelotti recently renewed his contract, which now expires in 2011 just as Kaka’s, and the player confirmed that he has no intention of leaving Milan despite Real Madrid’s courtship.
“I spoke to the Coach and I told him that together we can win everything with Milan. We have chosen our future. Real Madrid can forget about me, at least for now.â€
(channel4.com)