AC Milan's Ronaldinho fears missing 2010 World Cup

Ronaldinho is determined to be a success at AC Milan next season and play his way back into the Brazil squad.

"I will absolutely return to the international level, and that will be for me and also my family. Next year we have the World Cup and I want to be there. That's why I need to have a great year in Milan," said Ronaldinho.

"I'm not angry for not being in South Africa with the national team, but I am sad.

"I have been a member for a long time and I was also the captain. I want to return, and for this I need to have an excellent season with AC Milan."