President Palmeiras: Ronaldo never wants to play in Brazil, we have no interest in Ronaldo

May 19th, Palmeiras Chairman Lera Pereira was asked at a press conference about recent rumors about Ronaldo's possible joining. She said that Ronaldo has never expressed his willingness to come to Brazil to play football, and Palmeiras has absolutely no interest in Ronaldo.

According to ESPN, Brazilian media reported last week that Ronaldo has become Palmeiras's recruitment target and the club will pave the way for him to compete in the Club World Cup.

ESPN said that in the face of the rumors, Leila Pereira denied it with a decisive attitude and said that this situation was absolutely impossible.

Leira Pereira smiled and said, "Do you know how shocked I was when I saw news like 'C Ronaldo's become the target of Palmeiras? They made up these ridiculous news...Imagine if I had to keep refuting the rumors as the club chairman...

"Everyone, this is not true. Anyone who claims that ‘Royce is interested in Palmeiras’ is lying! As the club chairman, any offer for introducing players of Ronaldo at the level will be handed directly to me.

"Please note that there are speculators selling fantasy everywhere now. These are lies. Ronaldo has never expressed his willingness to come to Brazil to play football, and Palmeiras has absolutely no interest in Ronaldo."

When asked whether Palmeiras would introduce more strong players for the Club World Cup, Leila Pereira said that Palmeiras' lineup has been "completely confirmed".

Leira Pereira emphasized that the club has always paid attention to the trends in the transfer market, but it is clear that the management has introduced seven new players in the 2025 season, and the existing lineup has become "very strong".

Leira Pereira said: "We will open the transfer window in June. If there is a suitable opportunity, if coach Abel believes that some positions need to be strengthened, or the football department finds players worth introducing, we are always open to new players who can increase the thickness of the lineup. But to avoid unrealistic expectations from fans: I have to say that the current lineup has been confirmed. This year we have completed seven signings, and the team is very strong now."