According to the British media Hull Post, Hull City signed Ronaldinho's son João Mendes, who will join the club's youth training academy.
João Mendes is expected to join Hull City U21 echelon. He moved from Burnley after he joined Burnley last year after two years at Barcelona, staying for more than 12 months before leaving this summer. Joao Mendes played as a left-footed winger and started his career at Cruzero Youth Training Academy, and then joined the Barcelona Lamacia Youth Training Camp. Last season, he made five appearances in the Cup, scored one goal against Reading and gave two assists against Luton.
João Mendez said: "I want to be João Mendez, no matter what. I never tried to be my father, nor did I want to be my father. So staying away from where he played (Barcelona) and the things related to it, I think it's a good start and an important step for me."
"I think the outside world always wants you to be someone you can never be, whether you want to, right? It's great to be here. My father is one of the greatest players, if not the greatest. So, as his son, it's a pride to be able to talk about him. I try to do my own thing , try not to put my father in the center of affairs, I try to play my own football the way I do, without pressure. "
Mendes said of Burnley's life: "It was difficult at first, and it was undeniable. Especially in winter, it is located in the north and the climate is worse. If you wear gloves and two pairs of socks, we can still deal with it."
" Although it is a small town, people are very enthusiastic and closely connected with football. You can see this in the game here because (the fans) always sit on the court. I think it's very good, and they have a very close connection with the club."