The Senegal star is currently one of the best players in his position, his moniker from young, however, gave a hint into how good he would become
Liverpool and Senegal star Sadio Mane has revealed that he was nicknamed Ronaldinho as he was a young footballer in his village, where he became well known due to exhibiting similar ball skills to the Brazilian wizard.
Sédhiou-born Mane, 26, revealed how his skills earned him admirers nationwide.
"I was well known in my village because everyone used to say that I played very well and like Ronaldinho, and they even called me Ronaldinho in my village!