Ronaldinho’s Crypto Venture Sparks Rumors and Caution

Sienna
Mar 3
3 min read

Key Points

Rumors suggest Ronaldinho sold his X account for $5 million to a Shenzhen-based crypto team, though this remains unconfirmed and contested.
@R10coin_
alleges a $6 million contract breach after Ronaldinho reportedly signed a $10 million deal with another firm, taking a $5 million deposit.
The Shenzhen company faces accusations of issuing fraudulent meme coins, but no solid evidence ties Ronaldinho directly to these claims.
Ronaldinho is actively promoting his $STAR10 token on X, suggesting he still controls his account, which conflicts with the sale rumor.
Meme coin trading carries high risks, and BlockBeats urges investors to stay vigilant amid market volatility and potential scams.

Background and Controversy

On March 3, 2025, BlockBeats reported a community rumor alleging that football icon Ronaldinho sold his X account to a Shenzhen, China-based company for $5 million to promote a cryptocurrency. The claim, raised by X user @R10coin_, suggests Ronaldinho breached a $6 million contract signed in January 2025—after six months of talks starting in May 2024—by accepting a $10 million deal with the Shenzhen firm and a $5 million deposit. @R10coin_ further alleges the Shenzhen company runs scam meme coin projects, pumping and dumping dozens of tokens monthly to fleece investors.

However, the reported figures ($6 million and $10 million contracts, plus a $5 million account sale) seem unusually high for celebrity crypto endorsements, raising speculation of a reporting error—perhaps thousands were meant instead of millions. Adding to the uncertainty, Ronaldinho’s recent X activity promoting his $STAR10 token contradicts the idea that he sold his account, casting doubt on the rumor’s full accuracy.

Current Status

As of 1:29 AM PST on March 3, 2025, Ronaldinho has not addressed these allegations. His X account remains active, with posts on March 2 and 3 promoting $STAR10, like “My new official token is HERE! Let’s make history together!” (Ronaldinho's X Post Promoting STAR10). BlockBeats plans to follow the story, advising caution due to the speculative nature of meme coins and Ronaldinho’s ongoing $STAR10 campaign, launched March 2 (The Crypto Basic: Ronaldinho Launches STAR10 Token). This suggests the rumor might stem from a contract dispute rather than a confirmed sale.

Unexpected Detail

Ronaldinho’s crypto past adds intrigue. In 2018, he launched Ronaldinho Soccer Coin (Ronaldinho Soccer Coin Price Chart), and in 2023, he was linked to a $61 million scam probe, which he denied, claiming unauthorized use of his image (Cointelegraph Report). This history fuels skepticism about his latest venture, though no hard proof connects him to the Shenzhen allegations yet.

Survey Note: Detailed Analysis

The rumor began with

@R10coin_’s accusation that Ronaldinho sold his X account after breaching their $6 million deal. They claim he took $5 million from a Shenzhen firm notorious for “fast harvesting” meme coin scams—luring investors with hype, spiking prices, then crashing them within hours.

@R10coin_ promises to release contract evidence, but none has surfaced as of now.

Yet, Ronaldinho’s X posts, including a February 27 warning about fake meme coins (Ronaldinho's X Post Warning), and his $STAR10 promotion suggest he’s still in charge. The $STAR10 site (STAR10 Official Website) frames it as a Binance Smart Chain token for fans and charity, with no hint of Shenzhen ties. This raises questions: Is @R10coin_

upset over a lost partnership, or is there more to the story? The Shenzhen firm’s alleged tactics align with known crypto scams, but without specifics, it’s hard to verify. The contract sums also seem off—$600,000 and $1 million deals would fit industry norms better than millions. Until Ronaldinho or @R10coin_ clarify, it’s a murky mix of speculation and conflicting signs.

Key Timeline

Date	Event
May 2024	@R10coin_ starts crypto talks with Ronaldinho
January 2025	$6 million contract signed, $3 million paid
February 27, 2025	Ronaldinho warns of fake meme coins on X
March 2, 2025	Ronaldinho promotes $STAR10 launch
March 3, 2025	@R10coin_ alleges X account sale, BlockBeats reports

Conclusion and Advice

This saga highlights the pitfalls of celebrity crypto ventures. Investors should tread carefully with meme coins, which thrive on buzz but often lack substance. Ronaldinho’s $STAR10 push and silence on the rumor leave room for doubt—contract dispute or exaggeration? Stay tuned, but keep your wallet guarded.